Mikel Arteta is following in Arsene Wenger’s footsteps when identifying his next midfield signing for the Gunners. Youri Tielemans was of interest to Wenger, and Arteta is now showing similar interest.
According to Spanish news outlet AS, both Arsenal and Chelsea had made enquiries about the then 18-year-old Tielemans when he was a player at Anderlecht in 2015. Wenger was the Gunners’ manager at the time of Arsenal’s reported interest.
Fast-forward seven years to 2022, and according to Belgian news outlet Voetbalkrant, Tielemans’ transfer to Arsenal is taking shape and talks between the club and his agent are going smoothly as Arteta looks to strengthen the Arsenal midfield ahead of next season.