English Premier League club, Arsenal are still yet to find a major breakthrough in their pursuit of Atletico Madrid midfielder, Thomas Partey which makes them consider other alternatives.
The Gunners boss, Mikel Arteta is keen on a defensive midfielder and has made the Ghanaian midfielder his primary target but there seems to be a difficulty in convincing the club for a deal to happen as a fee of £50 million remains a major roadblock.
Arsenal are now deciding to move in for other alternatives in Spain with Barcelona star Rafinha who is also being followed by two other clubs.
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Rafinha has just returned from a season-long loan deal with Celta Vigo but it is confirmed he will not be staying with the Catalans anymore as they have placed him on sale for a fee of £16 million, according to Spanish publication, Sport.
Reports claim that Arsenal have seen Rafinha as a good alternative and are handed a major financial advantage because he would be gotten for a cheaper price.
Meanwhile, a bid was submitted swap deal of Matteo Gunedouzi plus cash was submitted for Thomas Partey but that was rejected by the La Liga outfit as they demand a full buy from Arsenal.
