Arsenal have reportedly added West Ham United right-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka to their growing list of transfer targets ahead of the summer window.
The Gunners are understood to be in the market for a new right-back, with Ben White having struggled significantly with injuries over the past few seasons.
White has also largely fallen behind Jurrien Timber in Arsenal’s pecking order, making his long-term future at the club increasingly uncertain heading into the transfer window.
Wan-Bissaka is among a number of names on Arsenal’s radar, according to TEAMtalk, in a development that will surprise many supporters of the north London club.
The former Manchester United defender was not always convincing during his time at Old Trafford, but he brings considerable Premier League experience to the table.
TEAMtalk also name Tino Livramento and Ivan Fresneda as targets for Arsenal, suggesting the club are casting a wide net in their search for right-back reinforcements.
Wan-Bissaka could prove more accessible than some of those alternatives, particularly given West Ham’s relegation from the Premier League to the Championship.
The 28-year-old DR Congo international is contracted to West Ham until 2031, which could complicate any potential deal and drive up his transfer fee considerably.
However, it is difficult to imagine a player of Wan-Bissaka’s experience and quality being willing to spend his prime years competing in English football’s second tier.
Arsenal fans may hope the club pushes for a more high-profile signing, while Wan-Bissaka himself could be holding out for offers from Premier League clubs offering regular first-team football.
His performances for the Hammers demonstrated he remains capable of starting for a number of established top-flight sides, making him an intriguing if understated option for Mikel Arteta’s squad.
If Arsenal fail to land their primary targets, adding Wan-Bissaka as a reliable squad player could still represent a shrewd and low-risk piece of summer business.
