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West Ham Lead Race for Fabio Vieira as Arsenal Open Door to Sale

Arsenal value the Portuguese midfielder at £19 million in a deal structured to meet Financial Fair Play requirements.

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Overview

  • Arsenal excluded Vieira from their Asia tour after his Porto loan, signaling he is surplus to Mikel Arteta’s plans.
  • Vieira delivered five goals and six assists in 42 appearances for FC Porto during the 2024–25 season.
  • He remains under contract at the Emirates through 2027, and clubs are weighing permanent or loan-to-buy structures to comply with Financial Fair Play regulations.
  • No formal proposals have been lodged yet, though West Ham currently lead interest in signing the 25-year-old.
  • Other clubs, including Nottingham Forest, are monitoring his availability as Arsenal continue to refine their squad.