But due to the slow progress in the discussion, the club is also considering reserve options. However, Onana’s profile is very different from Leicester’s midfielder and he can also be seen as an additional recruit.
Onana’s effective tenure in Lily
The 20-year-old defensive midfielder joined Lille from Hamburg last year and had great success in his Belgian debut campaign, where he has competed in 41 clubs in all competitions. The youngster has also received a call-up for the Belgian national team and his international debut for a top country like Belgium in just 20 years confirms his potential.
The giant midfielder stands six feet five inches tall and can offer dynamic, powerful options in midfield. He could be considered a cover for the Thomas party, as Arsenal do not have enough backup for the 29-year-old.
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However, Arsenal are not the only club interested. Premier League rivals West Ham United have also offered players, while Monaco are also believed to be on the mark. Onana, on the Ligue 1 side, have seen this as a fitting replacement for Chaumeni, who has previously been linked with a move to Real Madrid. Therefore, Arsenal will have to act quickly before a real conflict ensues.
Possible deal for Arsenal?
Onana is one of the top young talents from France and if the right conditions are met, it would be wise for the Gunners to move on. However, Onana Lille has four years left, meaning the League 1 side could demand a hefty transfer fee, which could be a major deterrent. At the same time, Arteta is eager to strengthen other areas of the pitch first, the position of the backup defensive midfielder can not be considered emergency.