Arsenal 'wanted' to sign Emerson Royal, Barca defender opted to join Spurs instead

As reported by Sky Sports, Arsenal were interested in a move for Barcelona right-back Emerson Royal for a possible last-minute transfer.

However, the 22-year-old opted to reject the approach, choosing to join our rivals Tottenham Hotspur instead!

He's undergoing his medical for Spurs and the official announcement is imminent as well.

Hector Bellerin is nearing a loan exit to Real Betis and Emerson was being viewed as a replacement. However, the Gunners are now reportedly close to signing Japanese international Takehiro Tomiyasu instead.