Arsenal have reportedly identified Zenit St Petersburg winger Malcom as a potential summer transfer target.
The Gunners have scored an impressive 78 goals in 33 matches in the Premier League this season with Mikel Arteta's side a constant threat in the final third.
However, despite the upward trajectory of the North London outfit, they face the prospect of being left one winger short in the summer due to the contract situation of Reiss Nelson.
Having played just 123 minutes of league football all season, it appears increasingly likely that the Englishman will depart the Emirates Stadium at the end of his contract.
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Although Arsenal can claim to be well stocked for attacking options, Arteta is keen to strengthen his squad in the summer with the club returning to the Champions League.
According to transfer expert Pedro Almeida, Arteta holds an interest in signing Malcom.
The 26-year-old has been plying his trade in Russia since August 2019, contributing 41 goals and 24 assists from just 106 appearances in all competitions.
A remarkable 31 goals contributions have been posted in 25 league appearances this campaign, putting the Brazilian in the shop window ahead of a potential move to a bigger club.
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Malcom has already spent time at Barcelona but he was allowed to leave Camp Nou having chipped in with just four goals and two assists from 24 outings.
Zenit remain in a strong position with regards to the player's future with four years still remaining on the playmaker's contract.
Nevertheless, with Zenit currently not permitted to play European football, there is an acceptance that Malcom may be sold for the right price.
Zenit paid Barcelona a fee of €40m and it is plausible that Zenit would demand a figure in that region if they receive offers for their star man.
Darren Plant
