Arsenal join Leeds United and Newcastle United in pursuit of highly-rated La Liga ace

Arsenal have reportedly entered the race to sign Real Vallodolid right-back Ivan Fresneda. The youngster is attracting plenty of interest from the Premier League this winter.

According to a report by The Telegraph, the 18-year-old is now on the Gunners’ ‘radar’ as they plot potential additions. Fellow top flight club Newcastle United are also in the frame for his signature, whilst Leeds United have also been linked, as per AS.

Arsenal could see the prospect as a long-term option for them on the right side of defence. The Spain youth international is being tipped for a bright future in the game and has already got first-team experience under his belt in La Liga.

He has been on the books at Real Vallodolid since 2020 having previously been in the academy at Real Madrid and Leganes. The teenager was a regular at various youth levels before breaking into the senior team last season.

Fresneda has since made 13 appearances in all competitions to date but his side will face a battle to keep hold of him this month. Arsenal are the latest club to be credited with an interest as they look to win the title this season under Mikel Arteta.