Arsenal have identified Lutsharel Geertruida as a new summer transfer target, although they will compete with Liverpool to sign the Feyenoord right-back, according to Spanish publication Fichajes.

The 23-year-old graduated from Feyenoord’s renowned Varkenoord program and has since established himself as an unquestioned starter in the club, making his debut in 2017.

According to Fichajes, the race for the Netherlands international has escalated, with Arsenal expressing interest in signing him this summer. However, the Premier League heavyweights face competition from Liverpool, who are also interested in Geertruida, and Ligue 1 winners Paris Saint-Germain.

According to the source, Geertruida fits well into Mikel Arteta’s plans for next season, and Arsenal is ready to launch a bid for the Dutch fullback in order to beat their rivals to his signature.

Liverpool is also interested in the 23-year-old, as Arne Slot want to reunite with the ten-cap Netherlands international. According to the report, the Reds want to sign the defender to strengthen their defence and provide tactical options to the next head coach.

Geertruida’s contract at De Kuip will expire next summer for an estimated £32 million, according to the article.

Liverpool and Arsenal battle for Geertruida.The fullback was a key element of Arne Slot’s team, who finished second behind Eredivisie winners PSV Eindhoven, scoring 13 goals in 34 matches for De Club aan de Maas.

He was also a member of the Feyenoord team that defeated Ajax to win the Eredivisie title in 2022-23, as well as the KNVB Cup in the season that just ended.

Joining a high-flying Arsenal side that is getting closer to winning the Premier League title would be a smart option, as he would add defensive stability and attacking contributions to Arteta’s squad.

Liverpool, on the other hand, is a potential alternative, and reuniting with his previous coach, Slot, may give the Reds an advantage in securing the fullback’s services.

Geertruida might be a wise addition to either club if he signs, and his £32 million valuation would be a steal if either club swooped for him.