‘He’s got that ability’: Arsenal now want to sign left-back with 14 assists to replace Tierney
According to reports, Arsenal is rumored to have an interest in acquiring Borussia Dortmund’s defender Raphael Guerreiro on a free transfer during the upcoming summer transfer window.
The Gunners are anticipated to be highly involved in the market and have identified central midfield as their main focus.
Nevertheless, they are also expected to recruit new players for the positions of centre-back, right-back, and right-wing.
Furthermore, there is a possibility that Arsenal may require a new left-back if Kieran Tierney departs, and Dean Jones has suggested that Guerreiro is being considered as an option for this position.
Arsenal want to sign Raphael Guerreiro to replace Kieran Tierney
There is a high probability that Kieran Tierney will depart from Arsenal in the upcoming summer.
Despite being a beloved figure among the fans, Tierney has faced a decline in his position at the Emirates following the arrival of Oleksandr Zinchenko last year.
Multiple reports suggest that Tierney might have already played his final game for Arsenal, with clubs like Newcastle United and Aston Villa expressing interest in acquiring him during the transfer window.
In the event of Tierney’s departure, Arsenal will need to find a suitable replacement. According to journalist Dean Jones, there have been indications that Mikel Arteta’s team is considering Raphael Guerreiro as a potential option for this role.
He said: “One other player I had mentioned to me recently is Raphael Guerreiro, who just announced his exit from Borussia Dortmund.
“I don’t think it progressed significantly since then and I know there are a couple of clubs on the continent further down the road with him, but he’s got that ability to play in midfield and to position himself in half-spaces that open up opportunities that Arteta finds so important, which is interesting.”
Arsenal supporters will undoubtedly hope for Kieran Tierney to remain at the club beyond the conclusion of the upcoming transfer window. However, in the event of his departure, Raphael Guerreiro would be a highly favorable option.
The Portuguese international recently announced his intention to leave Borussia Dortmund when his contract expires in July. Being available on a free transfer adds to his appeal as a potential signing.
Guerreiro enjoyed a remarkable season in Germany, contributing six goals and an impressive 14 assists in various competitions, playing a vital role in Dortmund’s pursuit of the Bundesliga title.
Now that it has been confirmed that Guerreiro will be available on a free transfer, it remains to be seen if Arsenal will pursue the opportunity to secure his services.
‘He’s got that ability’: Arsenal now want to sign left-back with 14 assists to replace Tierney