Arsenal Close In On Atletico Defender Toby Alderweireld

Arsenal Close In On Atletico Defender Toby Alderweireld

Wenger publically expressed his desire to sign some new players before the transfer deadline. Even though Arsenal had one of their most successful transfer campaigns in the club’s history, they still need some reinforcements in each region of the pitch. According to Metro, the defensive line is currently the most vulnerable especially after Vermaelen decided to join Barcelona a few weeks back. Since then, Wenger has been looking to sign someone new who in addition to Chambers can provide competition for Mertesacker and Koscielny and can also replace one of them if something were to happen. Up until now the two have not shown any sign that they might have problems during the season to come. Unlike the forwards currently available on the team, both central defenders have been constant throughout the year. Even so, it would still be great to know that every position is secured.

In order to cover the possibility of having to replace one of the two central defenders, Wenger has directed his attention towards Atletico’s Toby Alderweireld. The Belgian international who is a very versatile player, is mostly regarded as a great defender. Even though he can play as a defensive midfielder and also as a right-back, the 25 year old is best used in the center of the defense.


Signing him should not be difficult considering the fact that he is not one of Simeone’s favorites. He spent most of the season on the bench and is looking to start fresh after being featured in just 22 matches for Atletico.