Arsenal linked with Weston McKennie as defender decides future
Arsenal kept up their title push on Sunday with victory over Manchester United, but they could yet have more work to do in the transfer market.
New signing Leandro Trossard made his debut in the game, coming off the bench late on in the 3-2 win. The Belgian will be followed to the Emirates Stadium by Polish defender Jakub Kiwior, while several academy players have left on loan.
Another new addition could yet be on the cards, though, with more than a week to go until the transfer window slams shut. Here are the latest lines coming out of north London.
McKennie emerges as midfield target
Juventus midfielder Weston McKennie could be the solution to Arsenal's midfielder search. The US international could be available for just £17.5m, according to Gazzetta Dello Sport (via The Express).
McKennie spent time in the Bundesliga with Schalke before joining the Bianconeri, first on loan and then in a permanent £20m deal in the summer of 2021. He has been in and out of the starting XI this season, though, prompting Premier League links.
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Aston Villa, Bournemouth and Fulham are also said to be keen on the midfield man, who is still just 24. Borussia Dortmund are also reportedly in the mix if the player decides to return to Germany.
Fulham identify Cedric alternative
Fulham could be about to pull out of a deal for Arsenal's Cedric Soares, with Marco Silva's side eyeing up Joshua Brenet. According to The Express, informal talks have been opened over a deal for the 28-year-old.
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Cedric has struggled for minutes this season (Harriet Lander/Copa/Getty Images)Brenet is a full Dutch international, with both of his caps coming back in 2016. He came through the PSV academy, and has been impressing at Twente after a stint in Germany.
The Cottagers have been looking for reinforcements at right-back with summer signing Kevin Mbabu struggling to make an impact. Out-of-favour Arsenal man Cedric had appeared to be top of the pile, but it now appears the newly promoted side could look elsewhere.
Fresneda to make decision
Arsenal-linked defender Ivan Fresneda is due to make a decision on his future, according to The Athletic. The Gunners have reportedly agreed terms with the teenager, but so have Bundesliga big-hitters Borussia Dortmund.
Fresneda, who plays his club football for Real Valladolid, is likely to be available for €15m. While a move is likely to go through in January, reports suggest he would then be loaned back to his current club for the remainder of the season.
A Spain under-19 international, Fresneda had also been linked with Newcastle. The Magpies are said to no longer be in the mix, while Real Madrid - where Fresneda spent time as a teenager - are not likely to return for the youngster.
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