Arsenal have reportedly positioned emphasis on signing AC Milan midfielder Sandro Tonali in the event that they fail to agree a deal for Youri Tielemans.

The Gunners have secured 5 new signings to their squad all through the switch window – together with Gabriel Jesus, Oleksandr Zinchenko and Fabio Vieira – however supervisor Mikel Arteta nonetheless needs to make additional additions earlier than the deadline day.

The Spanish boss is especially eager to bolster his midfield, which has led to the membership figuring out Leicester Metropolis’s Youri Tielemans as one in every of their prime targets.

The North Londoners are anticipated to make a proposal for the 25-year-old Belgian this week, but when they’re unable to agree a deal then they are going to take a look at alternate options within the type of Milan’s Tonali, as quoted by the Each day Star.

The Italy worldwide has made 83 appearances for Milan and is at present underneath contract till 2026.

In addition to eyeing up a transfer for the 22-year-old midfielder, the Gunners are additionally believed to be taking a look at Moises Caicedo from Brighton & Hove Albion.