Lyon are reportedly set to undergo a fire sale in the upcoming transfer window, with six to eight players expected to leave the French giants. And, with Mikel Arteta eager to undergo an overhaul this summer at the Emirates Stadium, Edu can pounce on the opportunity and finally secure the signing of Houssem Aouar.
The 23-year-old has been heavily linked with a move to north London in recent years, though a move has never materialised. Arsenal were priced out of a move for the midfielder two years ago as reports claimed that Lyon were demanding £53million.
However, after investing £45million into the signing of Thomas Partey from Atletico Madrid on deadline day, Arteta's side didn't have the finances to sign Aouar. Then last summer, in what could have been a potential boost for the north London outfit, Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas' stance appeared to have softened.
