According to the latest reports, Arsenal have set their sights on RB Leipzig’s Marcel Sabitzer.
The dynamic midfielder has collected 15 goals and 8 assists 35 appearances across all competitions this season.
He struck the back of the net twice against Tottenham to send Leipzig through to the Champions League quarter-finals. Sabitzer is capable of playing anywhere in midfield in both attacking and defensive roles. He has usually operated as a central midfielder or even on the right flank under Julian Naggelsman.
Mikel Arteta is still trying to figure out the dynamic of his midfield ranks. Joe Willock is the Gunners highest-scoring midfielder with 4 goals this season. Matteo Guendouzi and Mesut Ozil tops the assist charts with 3 each. This is a concerning factor for Arsenal, something Arteta is bound to address in the summer.
Sabitzer is technically good with the ball and a relentless runner on the pitch. His work rate has allowed Leipzig to play with a two-man midfield in certain games. The Austrian will be able to take the role currently occupied by Dani Ceballos with ease. There is no guarantee that Arsenal will be able to retain Ceballos’ services next season from Real Madrid.
Reports suggest that Sabitzer’s signature could cost as much as €40m. However, the Gunners will have a hard time convincing the 25-year-old without Champions League football next season.
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