Arsenal They have reportedly “agreed” to sign Fenerbahce star Ferdi Kadioglu this summer, according to the Turkish journalist. Devrim Zengi.
The Gunners have reportedly been exploring the market to sign a new left-back this summer, as Jakub Kiwior has been linked with a departure from the club in recent times.
Miguel Gutierrez and Jorrel Hato have been mentioned as serious targets for the north London club and Kadioglu has also been suggested as a key option.
Zengi has reported that (via karar), after speaking with the player's father, Feyzulla Kadioglu, he learned that Arsenal had held talks with the defender to secure his signing and he had 'agreed' to move to the Emirates Stadium.
The journalist further claims that Bayer Leverkusen also tried to buy him, but it seems that Kadioglu will join Arsenal before next season.
Kadioglu to Arsenal
After enjoying a promising campaign for Fenerbahce this season, the 24-year-old burst onto the scene, keeping 11 clean sheets and registering four assists in 33 league appearances.
Kadioglu is a versatile player as he is comfortable playing in both the right back and left back positions. He is fast, comfortable playing from the back, efficient in defensive contributions and also reads the game well.
Therefore, he could be a shrewd signing for Arsenal if they buy him. However, it will be interesting to see if the north London club finally sign the Turkish international to strengthen their backline.
Arsenal have shown solid defensive performances this season, so Mikel Arteta The ideal would be to keep their defenders and could look to sign a new face to reinforce the back line.
However, although Kadioglu – valued at around £17 million per Transfer market – has demonstrated his qualities in the Turkish top flight in recent times, the first division He's a level up, so there is a question mark over whether he would be an ideal option to help the Gunners achieve their lofty ambitions should they buy him.
Meanwhile, Arsenal currently sit top of the league with 80 points from 35 games, while city of manchester They are right behind them with one point less. Therefore, the Emirates club will be desperate to win their next match when they take on Bournemouth this weekend to continue their title fight.
