Arsenal want to sign Crystal Palace winger Wilfried Zaha, according to the Daily Mail.
Arsenal have been long-term admirers of Zaha, and almost made a move for him last summer, before deciding to land Nicolas Pepe instead.
Zaha’s form for Palace has dipped since, and even Roy Hodgson has admitted that keeping the Ivory Coast international will be very difficult this summer.
Zaha appears to want a move, and at the age of 27, this could be the wide man’s last real chance to join an elite club.
Arsenal have now reportedly joined his list of admirers, as Arteta looks to strengthen his attack.
Zaha would offer Arsenal more skill and creativity in the final third, with his direct running and dribbling skill potentially a major threat.
It isn’t a major surprise to see the Gunners chasing Zaha either, as Arteta is known to be a big fan.
“I think he’s a terrific player and I think the impact he’s had in the Premier League in the last few years has been phenomenal,” Arteta said to Arsenal’s official website just before his side took on Crystal Palace in January.
“His ability to create chances on his own is unique.”
If Arsenal are to land Zaha he could be a costly signing, as the Sun say he’s valued at £60 million by Palace.
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