Arsenal have confirmed their first signing of the summer transfer window with Marquinhos joining from Brazilian club Sao Paulo.
The north London outfit have been linked with a number of players since the conclusion of the 2021/22 campaign with a striker, a central midfielder and a versatile full-back a top priority for Mikel Arteta this summer - but clearly this deal for the 19-year-old shows the club are also building towards a bright future.
Amid links to Gabriel Jesus, Oleksandr Zinchenko, Youri Tielemans and Raphinha, it is Marquinhos who is the newest addition at the Emirates Stadium as confirmation of this £3m transfer came via the club's official website and various social media platforms on Monday afternoon.
