Since they may expedite their pursuit of the Belgian, Arsenal is anticipated to prioritize a move for Amadou Onana as their primary midfield target.
Many have been speculating for months about the kind of midfielder Mikel Arteta would like to bring to Arsenal in the summer. The implication was that the manager would bring in another defensive midfielder, who may force someone like Thomas Partey to depart, because he believed Declan Rice would be more effective in a left-eight role.Even with the Ghanaian, they ought to be a bit short of another player in that middle zone, meaning Arteta might prioritise a defensive midfielder at all costs. Arsenal have reportedly been in touch about Amadou Onana, and as per recent reports, the Belgian appears to be Arteta’s priority target for that midfield area. With Everton ready to sell the Belgian for the right price, Onana’s representatives have been in touch with Arsenal and other clubs over a move. The Toffees are eager for a big sale or two to ease through their issues with PSR regulations, as the Gunners are now ready to go all out on the Belgian’s pursuit.
The Gunners might accelerate talks in the background with agents and, more importantly, Everton. Some news on the Toffees’ asking price might come out imminently, although the Gunners would be prepared to pay fair value for one of their key targets this summer.
Onana chased by Barcelona, Manchester United?
Manchester United are keen on a midfield powerhouse like Onana and could look at the possibility of landing the Everton man. Their issue right now would point towards offloading Casemiro before thinking about this new midfield signing, which does give rivals like Arsenal the impetus. Now, the Gunners face a new threat in the pursuit, as Aston Villa are keen on Onana, with Unai Emery looking at the Belgian to replace Douglas Luiz.
Barcelona held an interest during Xavi Hernandez’s time at the club, and the report does suggest they might not actively pursue Onana for new boss Hansi Flick. The Catalans are expected to keep close tabs, but the next destination for the 22-year-old appears to be within the Premier League.
