Arsenal have reportedly identified Bayer Leverkusen’s Jeremie Frimpong as a major transfer target.
The right-back has emerged as one of the standout full-backs across European football, leading to growing speculation around his future. In 22 appearances across all competitions, Frimpong has registered seven goals and 10 assists, following on from his impressive total of 20 goal contributions in the previous campaign.
Arsenal have been touted with an interest in the Netherlands international but are claimed to face competition from Aston Villa for the 23-year-old. In a further twist, Frimpong’s contract is said to hold a release clause of €40m (£34m), which becomes active in the summer window, but the Gunners may look to beat their rivals to his signature in January.
Release clause claim
Arsenal are claimed to be on the verge of a deal to sign Jeremie Frimpong.
A report from Teamtalk has suggested that the Gunners are ‘closing in’ on a move for Frimpong. The full-back’s contract is said to hold a €40m (£34m) release clause, which becomes active in the summer.
It is suggested that Arsenal have agreed to meet his release clause. While that would mean pushing the transfer back until the end of the season, a successful deal means that Arsenal may well have fought off reported competition from the likes of Villa and Manchester United.
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