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Arsenal competes with Liverpool to sign Matias Fernandez-Pardo

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 6:45 PM

Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Arsenal competes with Liverpool to sign Matias Fernandez-Pardo

Summary

Lille’s Matias Fernandez-Pardo is likely to leave the club this summer, with Arsenal and Liverpool vying for his signature. The 21-year-old winger has impressed in Ligue 1, attracting interest from multiple Premier League clubs. Both teams look to enhance their attacking options ahead of the new season. Arsenal recently signed Christos Tzolis, but are eyeing Fernandez-Pardo as another potential addition. The young player now faces a significant decision between two major clubs.

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By the Numbers

•Matias Fernandez-Pardo is leaving Lille this summer.
•Arsenal and Liverpool are interested in signing him.
•Fernandez-Pardo is 21 years old and has impressed in Ligue 1.
•Arsenal seeks to strengthen their squad further this summer.
•The winger's decision will affect both clubs' attacking strategies.

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6:45 PMYahoo Sports — Arsenal will rival Liverpool for coveted Ligue 1 winger

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Lille’s Matias Fernandez-Pardo is set to leave the club this summer, and his future could be in the Premier League, where he has been linked with a move to Liverpool in recent weeks.The Reds are kee...
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