Arsenal Lining Up To Sign Chelsea Stalwart

Arsenal Lining Up To Sign Chelsea Stalwart

Wenger could make a surprise move during the winter transfer period. After trying on several occasions to sign an big-time goalkeeper to offer tough competition for the number 1 shirt, the Frenchman might have found the answer. According to Metro, the Gunners are actually considering making an offer for Cech who could be tempted to take the North Londoners up on that possibility given his current situation at Stamford Bridge. The Czech international has been benched since Courtois was offered a chance to be the main man in the Chelsea goal. With years in front of him, Cech is visibly becoming unhappy with his situation.

Unfortunately, Mourinho might come between Arsenal and Cech. The Portuguese boss is known for being opposed to transferring players to direct adversaries. Letting the goalkeeper leave for the Emirates seems very unlikely. Cech has earned the respect necessary to be left alone to make his own decisions regarding his future. Seeing the 32 year old has made close to 400 appearances for Chelsea and that he was pushed aside in order to make room for Courtois could allow him to opt for whichever team he prefers. The price might be an issue for Arsenal who might not be ready to spend too much on a player who is not actually that necessary right now. With the squad problems Wenger has been having, he is better off finding a few midfielders and defenders to bid for until the end of the season.