The striker apparently wants out of Brazil
Former AC Milan centre forward Alexandre Pato is an apparent target for London clubs Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur.
The Brazilian allegedly wants out of his native country after his permanent club Corinthians loaned him out to Sao Paulo for the season.
The 26-year old’s agent, Riccardo Napolitano, is confident that his client will move on in the January transfer window, claiming that they are contemplating ‘several options’.
Reports have suggested that Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has spoken to Corinthians’ Director of Football Edu Gaspar over the availability of Pato.
Wenger and Edu have a strong relationship, as the Frenchman coached Edu during his playing days for the Gunners between 2001-2005.
‘he is a striker admired by many’
When speaking to Calciomercato, Napolitano said: “Alexandre is back and determined to establish himself as one of the best strikers in the world. We are evaluating several options for him, he is a striker admired by many.”
He also added: “In Italy there are at least two or three teams among the possible destinations, but of course we cannot say any more. The only thing that is certain is that Pato will be the undoubted star of the winter transfer market.”
Pato has also been linked with other Premier League clubs in recent times, including Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool.
