Gunners signing Atalanta defender: During the winter transfer window, Arsenal is reportedly planning a move for Atalanta centre-back Isak Hien. Reports indicate that the team is ready to spend 41 Euro to acquire the Swedish defender.
The Gunners are keeping a close eye on the 25-year-old’s progress. They are ready to make an offer of almost €50 million (£41 million) to lure him to the Emirates Stadium. This is according to the Spanish publication Fichajes.
Arsenal scouts will love to have in the Swedish international because of his defensive prowess. His ability to play out from the back stands out. According to Fichajes, Hien is a useful addition to the Arsenal defensive lines. His physicality and ball-playing abilities, make him an ideal match for the Premier League.
Since moving to Atalanta in 2022, Hien is known to be one of the best defenders in Serie A. He was instrumental in the Italian team’s UEFA Europa League victory last season. He also maintained his strong play this year, even drawing Arsenal’s attention during their UEFA Champions League match.
Gunners signing Atalanta defender is just a way of strengthening the defense system. This is also prior to the latest injuries Arsenal has faced in recent time during this EPL.
Arsenal is eager to strengthen their backline. They do not neglect the potent central defensive duo in William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhães. Arsenal had the most clean sheets in the Premier League and the fewest goals allowed in the top five leagues in Europe last season thanks in large part to Saliba and Gabriel. Although Saliba’s spot at right center back is set in stone, it is unclear how Mikel Arteta will include Hien into his defensive scheme should the transfer proceed. However, as they want to win on several fronts this season, Arsenal is keen to bolster their team.
All eyes will be on Arsenal to complete the move for Hien and provide their title-challenging team even more defensive depth as the January transfer window draws near.
