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Arsenal faces competition from Saudi clubs for Barcelona's Marc Casado

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 2:15 PM

Last updated Aug 8, 2026

Arsenal faces competition from Saudi clubs for Barcelona's Marc Casado

Summary

Arsenal is in pursuit of Barcelona midfielder Marc Casado, who is likely to leave the club this summer. While Arsenal has expressed interest in Casado and recently sold Christian Norgaard, they now face significant competition from Saudi Pro League clubs Al Hilal and Al Ahli. Barcelona's willingness to let Casado depart has attracted these clubs, presenting challenges for Arsenal as they compete with the financial power of the Saudi teams. The outcome of this transfer chase will depend on which club can offer the most appealing deal for the player.

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By the Numbers

•Marc Casado is expected to leave Barcelona during this transfer window.
•Arsenal has targeted Casado after selling Christian Norgaard.
•Al Hilal and Al Ahli are also pursuing the midfielder.
•Barcelona is open to allowing Casado to change clubs this summer.

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2:15 PMYahoo Sports — Two Saudi clubs join Arsenal in the race for Barcelona star

What they're saying

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Marc Casado is one of the players Arsenal have been following over the last few seasons, and he is expected to leave Barcelona during this transfer window.Although he is a highly regarded player, the ...
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