Arteta plans to build Arsenal midfield around Lyon star Aouar
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is planning to build his midfield around Lyon star Houssem Aouar, according to reports.
The 22-year-old has established himself as one of the best young midfielders in Europe after his outstanding displays for Lyon.
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Aouar has also attracted interest from top European sides Juventus, Real Madrid and Manchester City. But according to ESPN, the gunners have made Aouar their priority target for the rest of the transfer window.
The report claims that Arteta sees Aouar as an important part of the midfield he plans to use in a 4-3-3 system at the Emirates. And Arsenal have already had an bid for Aouar turned down by Lyon as they offered cash plus Guendouzi.
However, Lyon are not interested in a deal...