Footballing icon Rivaldo has urged Richarlison to join Arsenal in this summer's transfer window.
The north Londoners are looking to add at least one forward to their ranks this summer. Former captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang was allowed to join Barcelona back in January whilst Alexandre Lacazette is set to rejoin Ligue 1 outfit Lyon on a free transfer at the end of the month.
Manchester City forward Gabriel Jesus has been linked with a move to the Emirates Stadium and football.london previously reported that the Gunners' technical director Edu has held talks with the player's representatives in recent months. Another Brazilian international that has been linked with Mikel Arteta's side is Everton star Richarlison.
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The former Watford attacker helped the Toffees stave off relegation from the Premier League last season and Rivaldo has now urged the 26-year-old to link up with countryman Edu in north London. "This could be a big summer for Richarlison and his compatriot Edu, who is the technical director at Arsenal, could be crucial in a potential move to the Gunners", the former Ballon d'Or winner told Betfair.
"He looks set to leave Everton, with several big clubs interested, and Arsenal looks a good option for the forward. The Gunners have Edu as their director and, after working with [Brazil head coach] Tite until 2019, the ex-Arsenal midfielder knows Richarlison very well from the Brazilian national team.
"Joining a club that fights near the top of the Premier League could be important for Richarlison, after a tough season with Everton, in which he was crucial to saving the club from relegation. If he gets a big move, he will have a better chance of becoming a first choice forward for Brazil at the World Cup in Qatar."
