Arsenal defender Cedric Soares could see a move away from the club blocked by Mikel Arteta despite preferring a move away from the club. The right-back has struggled for minutes this season following Ben White's impressive performances and has reportedly been targeted ahead of the January transfer window.
Reports linked the Portuguese with a move away from north London in the summer, with Fulham named as late suitors for him on deadline day. However, Cedric opted to stay at the Gunners to fight for his place in Arteta's side. However, the 31-year-old has only made four appearances all season and football.london reported that Fulham, Aston Villa and Bayer Leverkusen were showing interest.
His future at the Emirates Stadium is unclear, with Takehiro Tomiyasu and White both Arteta's preferred choices at right-back. Reports in Italy [via TuttoMercatoWeb] have suggested that Cedric could be set for a move in January after the three clubs said to be interested have already begun talks with his representatives.
