Liverpool joins Chelsea and Arsenal in pursuit of Tomas Aranda
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 9:50 AM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Liverpool is reportedly competing with Chelsea and Arsenal to sign Boca Juniors midfielder Tomas Aranda, who is valued at £15 million. The 19-year-old, recently integrated into Boca’s first team, is attracting significant attention due to his creative playmaking abilities. Boca Juniors aim to retain Aranda, who has a release clause of approximately $20 million. Liverpool's interest aligns with their strategy of targeting potential stars early, particularly from emerging markets. The situation could evolve quickly as interest increases from multiple clubs.
- •Aranda, a 19-year-old midfielder, has gained attention across Europe.
- •Liverpool, Chelsea, and Arsenal are all pursuing the young player.
- •Boca Juniors holds a $20 million release clause on Aranda.
- •Aranda has played 30 first-team matches this season.
- •Liverpool's strategy focuses on early acquisitions in emerging markets.
- 9:50 AMYahoo Sports — Report: Liverpool are in the race to sign £15m-rated youngster
"Liverpool Join Chelsea and Arsenal in Race for Boca Juniors Talent Tomas ArandaLiverpool’s recruitment operation continues to cast a wide net across the global market, and the latest name to surface...
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