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title: "Richarlison distracted by Arsenal interest"
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author: "Ryan Darby"
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published: "2018-01-20T12:00:42Z"
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# Richarlison distracted by Arsenal interest

Arsenal target Richarlison has been distracted by transfer rumours, according to Watford boss Marco Silva.

As reported by Pete O’Rourke, the Brazilian has struggled following reports that both London clubs are interested in signing him.

> Twitter: Watford boss Marco Silva admits Richarlison has been distracted by interest from Arsenal and Chelsea. #watfordfc #AFC #CFC (@SportsPeteO)

Richarlison was one of the surprise packages during the first half of the season following his summer move to [Watford](https://readwatford.com/).

![Henry Browne/Getty Images Sport](https://cdn.readeverything.co/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/898747578.jpg)

The Brazilian was heavily linked with a move to Stamford Bridge throughout the summer but opted for [Watford](https://readwatford.com/).

Both clubs have kept a close eye on the player’s development this season as he continues to impress.

The 20-year-old has scored five times in the [Premier League](https://readpl.com/) this season, registering four assists.

He and [Watford](https://readwatford.com/) have struggled recently with just one win in six league games, with Richarlison’s last [Premier League](https://readpl.com/) goal coming in December against [Crystal Palace](https://readcrystalpalace.com/).