As spectacular because the arrival of Bruno Guimaraes is, there could be nothing higher for Arsenal than signing one other Tottenham Hotspur captain.
As soon as upon a time, it was Sol Campbell who arrived earlier than changing into a Gunners legend. Now, it might be Cristian Romero who follows in his footsteps.
The World Cup-winning defender definitely appears to be like on his manner out of Spurs. The one query that is still is who secures his signature. On that entrance, it regarded like a battle between Atletico Madrid and Inter Milan was unfolding earlier than Arsenal continued to linger.
The rumours are refusing to go away and there isn’t any doubt that the Gunners would have the whole checklist of choices of their backline in the event that they welcomed Romero.
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Arsenal’s potential Centre-back depth 26/27 |
Function |
Strengths |
What they provide Arsenal |
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William Saliba |
First-choice RCB |
Tempo, restoration defending, composure, 1v1 defending |
Arsenal’s standout right-sided centre-back. His capability to defend giant areas permits the Gunners to take care of a excessive line and play aggressively. |
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Gabriel Magalhães |
First-choice LCB |
Physicality, aerial capability, aggression, set items |
Gives energy and authority on the left aspect. A significant menace from corners and very tough to beat bodily. |
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Piero Hincapié |
LCB/CB cowl |
Ball carrying, tempo, versatility, left-footed passing |
Provides Mikel Arteta a cell left-sided possibility who can even function at left-back. His capability to progress the ball provides one other dimension to Arsenal’s build-up. |
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Cristhian Mosquera |
RCB/CB cowl |
Velocity, energy, composure, defensive positioning |
A youthful possibility able to moving into the beginning XI. His athleticism makes him significantly helpful when Arsenal defend with a excessive line. |
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Cristian Romero* |
Potential RCB addition |
Aggression, passing, front-foot defending, management |
Would add expertise and a extra aggressive defensive character. Romero might compete with Saliba for the RCB position whereas giving Arsenal one other elite-level possibility for giant video games. |
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Jurriën Timber |
CB/RB hybrid |
Intelligence, approach, mobility, 1v1 defending |
Provides Arsenal tactical flexibility. He can play centrally or transfer into the full-back position whereas remaining snug in possession. |
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Ben White |
CB/RB hybrid |
Passing, positioning, composure, versatility |
A dependable squad possibility who can fill in centrally when required and offers Arsenal with one other skilled defensive possibility. |
With William Saliba set to overlook the beginning of the season, now could be the right time to signal a participant of Romero’s calibre. It will be probably the most stunning transfers of the summer season, however would sum up Arsenal’s new-found place on the throne of English soccer.
Some can be fast to level out how rash Romero was final season and the way he contributed to a aspect which solely prevented relegation on the ultimate day of the season. Nevertheless, it wasn’t so way back that Gabriel was rash in an identical manner. Now, he is top-of-the-line centre-backs in Europe.
Mikel Arteta can rework Romero in related style. The Spaniard can channel his aggression and keenness into one thing extra optimistic than recklessness, all while getting one over on Spurs. It will be a dream deal.
Arteta personally driving Arsenal’s Cristian Romero transfer
In keeping with Italian journalist Alfredo Pedullà, as relayed by Sport Witness, Arteta is personally driving Arsenal’s Romero transfer and the Gunners are actually getting ready a suggestion.
If the Gunners wish to signal the defender, then they’ll reportedly set off his £55m launch clause which is accessible for Premier League golf equipment. That will imply paying greater than €40m (£34m) that Spurs have demanded from different golf equipment, however it could doubtless make any deal all of the extra routine.
It will enable Arsenal to bypass their rivals totally and transfer straight onto private phrases. Earlier studies have additionally indicated that Romero is open to the transfer, which fingers Arteta one other enhance.
