According to Metro, Arsenal will have to bring the very best of their financial resources to talk Celtic into selling their defensive transfer target Virgil van Dijk, who has also tempted Manchester City into fighting for his long term services.

Van Dijk has been one of the top finds in Europe, and the youngster has been tipped as the next big thing in Dutch international football. Even though the Dutch national team is full of stars and may not have space for any new entrants for the World Cup in Brazil, the future is bright for van Dijk, who has caught the eye of the national manager. Celtic boss Neil Lennon has been singing the 22-year old’s praises as Van Dijk has been consistent in his defensive duties for the Scottish club. However, Lennon will be wary of the fact that the club has gained a reputation of selling their biggest stars for financial profit. Ever since Rangers were demoted by the authorities, Celtic have been running riot over the Scottish Premier League, and they currently lead the table by 13 points and remain unbeaten this season in the League.

Given City’s financial prowess, the Gunners will have to do some convincing, as the Dutch international could be tempted by City with a lucrative pay package plus he could command a serious transfer fee, which would be beneficial to both Celtic and the player.