Arsenal ‘step up interest’ as Arteta factor sees Spanish midfielder ‘prefer’ Gunners to Prem rivals

According to reports, Arsenal and Aston Villa are both interested in signing Spain Under-21 midfielder Javi Guerra from Valencia.

Guerra, 21, is under contract until 2027 and reportedly has a release clause worth €100million (£84.3million).

He played in 36 of Valencia s 38 La Liga fixtures last season, scoring four goals and providing one assist.

Guerra is one of the most promising young midfielders in Spain right now and also has nine Under-21 caps for his country.

Arsenal stepping up interest in Spanish midfielder

His fine form for Valencia has caught and Aston Villa s eye, .

It is stated that despite his huge release clause, the Spanish club are currently considering selling him for less than €30m (£25.3m) in the near future .

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