Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationCaughtOffsideUnverified source· 16 Aug 2026
Arsenal lead race for £51m-rated Hinshelwood
Brighton's young midfielder is a hot property with two Premier League giants circling.
J. Hinshelwood
player
Player
Jack Hinshelwood
Position
Midfielder
Current club
Brighton
Linked clubs
Arsenal, Manchester United
Reported fee
£51m
What happened. Arsenal have emerged as favourites to sign Brighton midfielder Jack Hinshelwood, who is also a target for Manchester United.
- Hinshelwood is likely to cost a premium this summer.
- Manchester United have been watching the player for quite some time.
- The 21-year-old has been linked with a move away from Brighton.
A summer transfer battle is brewing between two top Premier League clubs for the young midfielder.
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