Who is Jean-Matteo Bahoya? Arsenal target Gabriel Martinelli heir as Edu eyes wonderkid transfer
Jean-Matteo Bahoya is the latest youngster to emerge on Arsenal's radar this month. The 18-year-old has been heavily linked with a move to the Emirates Stadium recently as Mikel Arteta looks to further bolster his squad during the January transfer window.
The Gunners, who were leading the title race as early as last month, currently find themselves fourth and five points adrift of league leaders Liverpool. Even Aston Villa have leapfrogged Arsenal in the last couple of weeks claiming third place.
Meanwhile, just a four-goal difference separates Arsenal from North London rivals Tottenham, who sit fifth. With the Gunners slowly falling behind the pack, Edu appears eager to reignite the club's title chances with some new faces.
So, with that being said, football.london has taken a look at everything you need to know about Bahoya – the Gunners' latest transfer target who could propel them to their first English top-flight title since 2004.
Who is Bahoya?
Bahoya, who sees his contract at the Stade Raymond Kopa expire in 2026, has featured 19 times for Angers SCO in Ligue 2 this season, scoring five goals and providing two assists. Despite averaging just 37.6 minutes an appearance, the France Under-19 international's impressive performances have reportedly attracted interest from Arsenal.
The teenager has predominantly featured on the left wing this term, with the occasional outing at centre forward. With Gabriel Martinelli often overly relied upon, Bahoya could be brought in to take some weight off the Brazilian's shoulders.
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How much will he cost?
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