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Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

The FA's post-Brexit rule change that affects Arsenal amid Instagram hint over summer transfer

Arsenal have confirmed the signing of Marquinhos from Sao Paulo, although there is still one issue to solve before the Brazilian is able to join his new teammates for pre-season training in a couple of weeks.

As the 19-year-old doesn't hold a British passport, it means the Gunners must secure a work permit in order to register him as their player for next season and football.london understands, the club are confident of getting that done.

Perhaps the reason behind Arsenal's confidence in securing a work permit for Marquinhos is with regards to the new rules which came into place from January 1, 2021 affecting the transfers of overseas players to the Premier League and the English Football League (EFL) post Brexit.

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