Arsenal are plotting a move for Benfica left-back Alex Grimaldo with Mikel Arteta eager to add cover for Kieran Tierney.
It is understood the Gunners are one of many Premier League clubs showing interest in the 26-year-old, who has impressed at the Liga Nos side since making the switch from Barcelona in 2016. He has gone on to become one of the best full-backs in the division, having scored five goals and chipped in with five assists in 25 games last season.
The Spaniard is said to be available for around £6million with several top-flight clubs ready to pounce to sign the highly-rated defender. Arteta, meanwhile, is keen to bolster his back line ahead of the 2022/23 campaign and has been in contact with Grimaldo's representatives over a potential move.
