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The transfer window is upon us once more and with Arsenal competing at the top of the Premier League again, there's plenty of work to do. Lots of players have been linked with a move to the Emirates Stadium and here, football.london takes a look at the world of rumours and possible moves in north London.
Competing at the top of English and European football means Arsenal spend the majority of the time scouting the best players in hope of recruiting an improvement to Mikel Arteta's team.
However, as has been proven with Ben White and William Saliba, often the Gunners have uncovered a hidden gem and turned them into world beaters. And, this January, Arsenal are preparing to sign another.
Royal Antwerp star Arthur Vermeeren has caught the attention of a number of top European clubs this season after breaking into the Belgian side's first team last season at just 17 years of age. He helped Antwerp win their first league title in 66 years and has continued his fine development this term.
Ahead of the reopening of the window, 90min have reported that Arsenal sent scouts to watch the midfield prodigy in action this week in Antwerp's Champions League win over Barcelona. Tottenham and Borussia Dortmund also had scouts in attendance.
Vermeeren scored and was one of the best players on the pitch against Barca, who also reportedly hold an interest. If his services are not in high demand this winter, a summer move is almost certain.
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