Arsenal transfer target Youri Tielemans has provided a fresh transfer hint as he prepares for Belgium's World Cup opener against Canada.
The Gunners are keen to sign a new central midfielder and have admired Tielemans for a long time, football.london understands. As reported by football.london in the summer, Arsenal have already agreed personal terms with the 25-year-old but are willing to wait until next summer to sign Tielemans on a free transfer when his contract expires.
With January fast approaching, manager Mikel Arteta has admitted it's 'extremely difficult' to prepare of the winter transfer window, but squad depth in midfield remains a key issue for the Gunners. Manchester United and Barcelona are both said to be keen on signing Tielemans, but Arsenal are expected to act should rival clubs look to approach the Belgian midfielder.
