Arsenal are interested in signing Italian international winger Federico Chiesa and face stiff competition from Manchester United.
A report from Calciomercato has claimed that Arsenal and Manchester United are keen on 26-year-old Italian international Federico Chiesa. The two Premier League clubs could look to make a move for him soon, but Juventus want to tie him to a new contract.
Chiesa has started the season well, scoring four goals and picking up one assist in 10 league appearances. He has been linked with a move to the Premier League in the past, and it will be interesting to see if Arsenal and Manchester United decide to make a move for him when the transfer window reopens in January.
Both clubs need to reinforce their squads midway through the campaign to finish the season strongly. And someone like Chiesa would help them improve immensely. The 26-year-old will add pace, creativity and goals to their attacks.
Arsenal need someone who will be able to start for them, and the Italian international would allow them to rotate Gabriel Martinelli and Bukayo Saka. Mikel Arteta has had to overuse the two players because of the lack of depth in the wide areas. Signing the 26-year-old would help Arsenal improve going forward, and it could also help them sustain their title challenge.
The opportunity to play for a big Premier League club could be an attractive option for the Italian, and it remains to be seen whether Arsenal can agree on a fee with Juventus. Meanwhile, Manchester United need to sign a quality winger who can start for them ahead of Jadon Sancho and Antony.
Both players have been quite mediocre since their big-money moves to Old Trafford, and Erik ten Hag needs more options at his disposal. Chiesa could prove to be an upgrade on both Antony and Sancho, and he could help Manchester United get their season back on track.
Both clubs have the financial resources to pay big money for the Italian international and it remains to be seen where he ends up. Juventus might look to demand a premium for him given his form this season.
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The Italian international seems to have gotten over his injury problems and is looking to get back to his best once again. There have been reports that they could look to extend his deal. He was expected to develop into a world-class player before his injury blow. But his recent performances will certainly be encouraging for clubs hoping to sign him.
