According to an Italian media Tuttomercatoweb, Arsenal and manchester united are in the battle to sign Nice midfielder Khephren Thuram during the summer transfer window.
The 22-year-old has established himself as Nice's undisputed starter in the French top flight. He has been linked with a departure from the club for a few years now and Tuttomercatoweb They claim he could be heading out the door this summer.
Juventus have attempted to sign him in the past in a swap deal for Samuel Iling, but it is now claimed that a move to first division could be on the cards as both Arsenal and United could be tempted to approach him.
Talented midfielder
Thuram has the ability to play in the defensive and central midfield positions. In recent years he has played on the left side of a 4-4-2. The Frenchman has been effective with his distribution, his dribbling ability and his ability to retain possession by winning duels and recovering.
His great ability to carry the ball would adapt to the coach's playing style. Mikel Arteta, but he may not be the top priority for the Gunners. Arsenal are more likely to sign a quality midfielder and Thuram is not someone known for his strong attacking abilities. He £34 million The star also lacks an aerial presence.
Arsenal could be more inclined to pursue Real Sociedad's Martín Zubimendi. The Spaniard is strong in tackling and wins most of his aerial duels. He is a specialist in the number 8 position. Gunners boss Arteta has been trying to sign him for some time and Arsenal could prioritize a move for the 24-year-old.
Zubimendi currently has a termination clause of £51 million in your contract. He could be seen as an ideal replacement for Thomas Partey in the team this summer. The midfielder has resisted moving away from Sociedad in recent years, but it is expected that this time he will consider a new challenge.
