Arsenal could now be about to help Manchester United and Erik ten Hag get their hands on a transfer target.
What’s the story?
Well, the Red Devils are said to be keen on bringing Kevin Mbabu to Old Trafford – according to Tutto Mercato Web.
The Fulham No.27 – who cost the Cottagers £6.4m – could end up being forced out of Craven Cottage by a decision Arsenal now look set to sanction.
Marco Silva is said to want Cedric Soares from Arsenal this month as he aims to strengthen his right-back department, with The Athletic claiming that talks are ongoing between the Gunners and the west Londoners.
Crucially, both Mbabu and Cedric play at right-back, so you would imagine that the latter moving to Fulham would free up the Switzerland international to join Manchester United.
Why Ten Hag wants Mbabu at Old Trafford is something of a mystery, seeing as the 27-year-old has only made one Premier League start so far this season.
Nevertheless, it would be a significant moment in the January transfer window if Arsenal helped Manchester United secure a target of theirs, given the fact both sides are competing at the top of the Premier League.
Arsenal shouldn’t worry about helping Manchester United
In truth, if this transfer merry go round does end up materialising, it shouldn’t bother Mikel Arteta.
Mbabu is highly unlikely to fire Manchester United up the Premier League table, with his potential arrival set to merely provide Ten Hag with more depth across his backline in case of injuries or suspension.
Arsenal and Manchester United are set to face off at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday 22nd January, with a deal unlikely to be completed before then.
Nevertheless, be sure to keep an eye on the situation, as anything could happen in the market this month.
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