Arsenal weighing up move for Manchester United target after crushing Jurrien Timber injury blow: Reports
Arsenal are reportedly considering a move for Manchester United target Benjamin Pavard as a quickfire replacement for Jurrien Timber.
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reports that Pavard could become an option for the Gunners now that Timber has been ruled out for the majority of the season. The 27-year-old has informed Bayern Munich that he wants to leave this summer and Inter Milan are expected to make a proposal soon.
However, Pavard has been on Manchester United's radar as Erik ten Hag has looked to replace Harry Maguire. A move for the French defender looked likely when the Red Devils agreed on a £30 million deal with West Ham United for Maguire.
Yet, the English defender's proposed move to the London Stadium fell through and he is now likely to remain at Old Trafford. This has led to the Red Devils seemingly cooling their pursuit of Pavard.
Arsenal are now coming into the equation following Timber's devastating anterior cruciate ligament blow. Mikel Arteta has hinted that he could reenter the transfer market for a replacement (via football.london):
Pavard was in fine form last season, bagging seven goals and one assist in 43 games across competitions. The Frenchman played both as a right-back and at center-back which would give Arsenal versatility at the back.
Bayern are reported to value Pavard at around €45-50 million while Manchester United viewed a £25 million (€29 million) fee as reasonable. He has a year left on his contract at the Allianz Arena.
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