Arsenal have been handed a boost in their pursuit of signing Everton midfielder Amadou Onana. Sean Dyche's side appear to have found an ideal replacement for Onana with the Gunners keen on signing the Belgian international.
football.london understands that the Gunners are exploring a potential deal to sign the Everton midfielder, who's been valued in the region of £50million. Onana has featured 16 times for the Toffees in the Premier League this season, helping Dyche's side climb out of the relegation zone despite a 10-point deduction in November.
The 22-year-old, who sees his contract at Goodison Park expire in 2027, has reportedly caught the eye of Arteta with his impressive performances. It remains to be seen whether the north Londoners will lodge a bid this month, but interest in the Belgian comes after injury to Thomas Partey and indifferent performances from Kai Havertz.
When quizzed on Arsenal's plans for the January transfer window, Arteta responded: «If not then they don’t do what they’ve done today and in Anfield. Stick by them.
»That’s exactly what they need. Then they feel important and supported. With their attitude they don’t deserve anything different. That’s my opinion."
Arsenal find themselves in a precarious position financially following their £200million spending spree in the summer. football.london understands that the Gunners are already exploring the loan market for potential signings who could offer some temporary support.
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