Arsenal
are ready to offer Saint Etienne skipper Loic Perrin and Sporting Lisbon
defensive midfielder William Carvalho, as per Express reports.
The Gunners boss Arsene Wenger is keen to strengthen his defensive side with these two
new faces.
The
early season injuries has cost Arsenal many points, despite of the return of
Laurent Koscielny the French boss is eyeing to bring Saint Etienne skipper Loic
Perrin.
The
29-year-old experienced center-back is a top target of Arsenal. Wenger is
eyeing him as a backup option.
The
Frenchman who is valued at £6million has already contacted the Arsenal officials
for the January move.
Perrin
is a versatile player can be used in variety of defensive positions.
Meanwhile,
defensive midfield is already a big problem with Mikel Arteta and Jack Wilshere
out, the Gunners have been facing problems since the start of the season.
Portugal
intentional midfielder Carvalho has been on Arsenal’s radar since the summer.
The 22-year-old who has been rated very high. He has the physical strength that Arsenal
are lacking in the midfield.
The
Portuguese man is rated around £20million, as per reports.
Carvalho
is a regular player for the Portuguese side, he has made 20 appearances so far
this season.
Columnist: Stevan Jones
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