The Italy international left the Parc des Princes last summer to head to Qatar, joining Al-Arabi for a reported fee in the region of £39million.
However, a return to Europe could be on the cards for Verratti as his entourage already appears to be stirring up interest in the Premier League and the Serie A.
According to HITC, Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester United and Manchester City are among a host of clubs who have been notified that the 31-year-old could be available for a cut-price fee in the final fortnight of this summer’s transfer window.
Verratti has just 12 months left on his contract with Al-Arabi and it is unclear whether he would be willing to remain in the Middle East or return to Europe if an exciting proposition arrives from those who he has been 'offered' to .
Arsenal are in the market for reinforcements in midfield, with Mikel Arteta’s side currently locked in negotiations with Real Sociedad for Mikel Merino. A deal is not close at this stage, though personal terms and contract length are already agreed with the Spain international.
Marco Verratti has one year left on his contract in Qatar
Similarly, Liverpool identified a Sociedad star as their top target in midfield, Martin Zubimendi. However, they have been snubbed by the playmaker, who is now expected to sign a bumper long-term contract with his boyhood club.
The Reds are now weighing up whether they should re-enter the market for a No. 6 or put their faith in their current crop of midfielders. Thus, the chance to sign Verratti could come at the perfect time for Arne Slot.
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