Arsenal They are reportedly interested in signing Ajax Amsterdam star Jorrel Hato in the next transfer window, according The standard.
Having qualified through Ajax's youth system, the 17-year-old made his senior debut last year before establishing himself as a key member of De Godenzonen's starting XI this season.
Ajax have struggled so far this season, but Hato has been one of the brightest sparks for them. It seems that impressed by the Dutchman's recent performances, Arsenal have shown their interest in signing him.
According to the report of The standardafter being unimpressed by Jakub Kiwior's performances, Mikel Arteta plans to cash in on the 23-year-old Poland international and sign a new option to replace the former Spezia star.
The report further claims that Hato is on Arsenal's radar as the defender can play in the centre-back and left-back position like Kiwior, so the Gunners feel the Dutchman would be an ideal replacement for the Poland international.
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The 17-year-old will enter the final year of his current contract next summer so that Arsenal can buy the defender, valued at around £19m per Transfer market – on a cut-price deal during the off-season if he does not sign a new long-term contract with Ajax in the coming months.
Hato is a left-footed center back, he is fast, comfortable playing from the back, has a good eye for long distance passes, is efficient in defensive contributions and also reads the game well.
The Ajax star is of similar height to Jurrien Timber, who joined the Gunners from Godenzonen last summer. Considering that Arteta likes to sign versatile players, Hato would be an ideal option to play in Arteta's system and could support both Gabriel Magalhaes and Oleksandr Zinchenko.
Hato could therefore be a smart signing for Arsenal with an eye to the long-term future if they buy him, however, it will be interesting to see if the north London club ultimately opt to make a concrete approach to securing his signature. looking ahead to next season.
Meanwhile, after beating Liverpool Last weekend, Arsenal got back on track to win the title this season. Arteta's team will therefore look to continue their winning streak when they face western ham United in the first division on Sunday.
