Abel Ruiz is rated as a big talent (Picture: Twitter)

Arsenal are ready to anger Barcelona by moving for their young striker Abel Ruiz, according to reports.

Ruiz, 16, is rated as one of the hottest prospects in Barca’s academy system having joined them from Valencia.

But the Sunday People say the Gunners are looking to poach him away and bring him to the Emirates Stadium this summer.

A host of talented kids have left Barca to join Arsenal in recent years, including Cesc Fabregas, Fran Merida, Jon Toral and Hector Bellerin.


It’s created a difficult relationship between the two clubs, and Arsenal could reignite it if they snatch Ruiz.



Chelsea are also keen on the player.

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