The PSG man would be a superb addition to the Arsenal squad.
Popular bookmakers SkyBET have slashed the odds on the Gunners signing Paris Saint Germain midfielder Blaise Matuidi this summer.
The 30-year-old Frenchman is one of the most powerful midfielders in the game, and with just one year remaining on his current deal at the Parc des Princes, the Ligue 1 giants will surely be looking to shift him on this summer, rather than risk losing him for nothing next year.
Blaise Matuidi celebrates scoring for PSG
And SkyBET believe he could be plying his trade at the Emirates next term, making them 5/1 joint second favourites with Manchester United to win the race for his signature.
Juventus are still out in front, however, with the bookies listing the Italians at 2/1.
Despite the wealth of talent already at Arsene Wenger’s disposal in the midfield positions, the opportunity to sign someone with Matuidi’s undoubted class and experience will be a hard one to turn down for the Frenchman.
Jack Wilshere’s future at the Emirates far from certain, so bringing in the left-footed France international would add much needed balance to the Gunners’ midfield, should the 25-year-old Englishman leave for pastures new.
With the likes of United and Juventus in contention for his signature though, Arsenal will have to work really hard to tempt him into moving to the Emirates, with no Champions League football on offer.
Paris Saint Germain’s Blaise Matuidi
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