Arsenal Have Set Their Sights On This Newcastle United Full-Back: Good Option For Arteta?

Arsenal are ready to enter a summer tug-of-war with Manchester City for Newcastle United’s versatile defender Tino Livramento after identifying the 23-year-old as a prime reinforcement for Mikel Arteta’s back line, according to a report from Fichajes.

Livramento has become a fixture for the Magpies this term, logging 19 appearances across all competitions and registering one assist despite missing the scoresheet. His capacity to operate on either flank—primarily on the right but comfortable on the left—has made him an increasingly attractive commodity in a market short on home-grown, Premier League-proven full-backs.

Contracted to St. James’ Park until June 2028, the England youth international is unlikely to be allowed to leave Tyneside on a cut-price deal, setting the stage for a high-stakes negotiation should Arsenal firm up their interest. With four years remaining on his current terms, Newcastle hold considerable leverage in any impending bidding war.

Scouting notes outlined in the report highlight Livramento’s crisp tackling, anticipatory defending and willingness to clear his lines under pressure. While not yet a prolific creator, he has demonstrated the vision to deliver inviting balls from wide areas and could add both depth and competition to an Arsenal defensive unit that has pursued reliability beyond its established starters.

Crucially, Livramento’s existing top-flight experience should expedite any transition to north London, sparing Arteta the adaptation period often required when importing defenders from abroad. At 23, his peak years lie ahead, aligning with Arsenal’s strategy of acquiring talents capable of growing into title-challenging contributors.

Whether the Gunners can out-muscle City and meet Newcastle’s valuation remains to be seen, but stepping up their pursuit this summer could prove a shrewd move as Arteta looks to buttress his squad for another assault on domestic and European honours.