Arsenal have been handed a huge blow in their mission to sign Brighton and Hove Albion starlet Moises Caicedo. The 20-year-old midfielder has been heavily linked with an exit from the Amex Stadium this summer following an impressive campaign on the south coast last season.
Caicedo, who sees his contract with the Seagulls expire in 2025, featured eight times for Graham Potter's side in the Premier League, directly contributing to two goals. Despite only appearing for Brighton in the latter stages of the season, he impressed and left his mark with a long-range effort versus Manchester United.
The Ecuador international has since become a mainstay in Potter's side this term, reportedly courting the interest of Arsenal and Liverpool. However, Brighton chairman and CEO Paul Barber has ruled out the possibility of Caicedo leaving, handing the Gunners a major blow.
