Premier League giants go to war! Arsenal and Manchester City target £50M striker

Two English Premier League title contenders could soon lock horns in the transfer market over one of the division's most in-form forwards.

Details: According to transfer insider Ekrem Konur, Arsenal and Manchester City are both targeting AFC Bournemouth striker Evanilson ahead of the upcoming transfer windows.

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Bournemouth are reluctant to part ways with the Brazilian forward and have slapped a valuation of around £50 million on him.

The Cherries hold a strong hand in any potential negotiations, as Evanilson is tied down to a long-term contract running until the summer of 2029.

It is worth noting that the 27-year-old striker has been in impressive form this season, registering 7 goals and 5 assists in 14 appearances across the Premier League and UEFA Europa League. Transfermarkt currently values the player at €35 million.

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