Speaking on the Here We Go Podcast, Fabrizio Romano has shared a definitive update on Arsenal’s reported interest in Tariq Lamptey.
The Gunners have long been linked with a move for the Brighton right-back, but it seems as though this is a deal that will not come to fruition.
Indeed, the journalist claims that Lamptey is no longer a target for Arsenal ahead of the summer transfer window.
“I’ve said many times that they’re looking for a centre-back if David Luiz leaves the club, it’s not decided yet, but there are huge chances for him to leave, so if David Luiz leaves they will go for a centre-back. 100 per cent they will go for a right-back, but Lamptey is no longer a target and Hakimi is really difficult. Max Aarons is one of the names on the list, but it is a very long list,” Romano said.
This is a real shame.
Arsenal fans seemed to be rather excited about the prospect of signing Lamptey when the interest was first reported, and we can understand why.
The youngster is one of the most exciting and energetic full-backs in the country, and he’d have fit right in at Arsenal.
It’s unknown why the Gunners don’t want to pursue him further, but they must have their reasons.
It remains to be seen which right-back Arsenal go for, but it seems as though Max Aarons is a candidate, so watch this space.
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