Arsenal supposedly could look to sign Aston Villa star Leon Bailey in the upcoming transfer window, according to Express.
After moving to Villa Park from Bayer Leverkusen in 2021, the 26-year-old initially took some time to adapt to his new surroundings but has shown his qualities under Unai Emery this season, scoring eight goals and registering the same number of assists in 27. league appearances.
The Villans have enjoyed a stellar campaign this season, finishing in the top four. They are also in the hunt to win the Conference League and Bailey has played a key role in Emery's starting XI.
Therefore, the Gunners may have shown interest in signing him ahead of the summer window after being impressed by his recent eye-catching performances in the first division.
Now, according to the report of the ExpressArsenal would be in the market to sign a new winger to support. Bukayo Saka and they have shortlisted some names.
The report further claims that Michael Olise and Johan Bakayoko could be in Mikel Artetais on the wish list, but the duo have several other Premier League suitors so could pursue Bailey.
Bailey to Arsenal
The front has recently hinted that one day he would like to play for a big English club and that he would be willing to move to the Emirates Stadium. Therefore, the north London club could convince him to join the club if they make a concrete approach this summer.
Bailey: valued at around £30 million per Transfer market – still has three years left on his current contract, so Aston Villa are in a strong position to demand a huge fee if they are forced to cash in and Arsenal would therefore need to spend a large sum to attract the Jamaican to the Emirates Stadium. .
Bailey is a very talented player and would be an excellent option to support Saka if he is bought out. However, it will be interesting to see if the north London club finally decide to sign the Villa star to bolster their attacking department.
