arsenal Scouts are reportedly obsessed with the “outstanding” young midfielder after his impressive performances this season.

Arsenal still close to Liverpool

Although Liverpool are showing no signs of slowing down in their pursuit of the title Premier League Yesterday’s 5-0 victory over West Ham United sealed the championship. For Arsenal, the 9-point gap in the second half of the season is by no means insurmountable.

However, Mikel Arteta A number of reinforcements may be needed this winter to give his side the best chance of catching up with Arne Slaughter’s side, with the manager believed to be keen on signing a new striker.

Randall Cole Muani One of Arteta’s targets, the Frenchman’s future at PSG remains uncertain while The transfer of Galatasaray loan player Victor Osimhen is also being plannedalthough the deal is not cheap, with a reported fee of £66 million.

Signing a new striker appears to be the Gunners’ top priority given the number of targets already identified, but Arteta continues to focus on players in other positions who can make a longer-term contribution to the club.

One such player is Ayyoub Bouaddi, Arsenal scout reportedly raving about Lille midfielder And is “enamored” with his talent, having produced some impressive performances so far this season. However, Bouadi is likely to face stiff competition for his signature as he is attracting attention from a number of Europe’s top clubs, including Liverpool, Manchester City, Real Madrid and Barcelona.

In 2023, the youngster made his debut at the age of 16 years and 3 days, breaking the record and becoming the youngest player to appear in a European club competition. A January move to England is unlikely as the starlet doesn’t turn 18 until October, but he could leave Lille at the end of the season.

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One for the future

The young Frenchman has gained a wealth of experience in the Champions League this season, five Considering he’s still only 17, it’s no mean feat to be able to play in the game. Football talent scout Jacek Kulig outlines the maestro’s abilities, explain He is a “midfield controller” and also simile He described him to Manchester City’s Ilkay Gundogan as “Excellent”.

Bouadi is extremely promising and it will be interesting to see if Arsenal move to bring him in at the end of the season, but Arteta’s more pressing concern will be strengthening his squad this January. With Raheem Sterling and Bukayo Saka missing through injury, Arteta may have to bolster his attacking options in the second half of the season if his side have any chance of catching Liverpool.