Arsenal are weighing up an approach to sign Newcastle United defender Tino Livramento at the end of the season, according to The Sun.
The Gunners are currently well-equipped in the full-back department.
Jurrien Timber is an undisputed starter at right-back, while Ben White has provided quality backup.
Riccardo Calafiori is the regular choice in the left-back role when fit. Piero Hincapie and Myles Lewis-Skelly have deputised for the Italian star.
Despite the vast options, The Sun cite that Arsenal are ready for a bidding battle with Manchester City to prise Livramento away next summer.
Magpies manager Eddie Howe considers the Englishman as a key player, but he could be sold later this year if a new deal can’t be finalised.
Livramento, who will enter the final two years of his contract in July, is reportedly valued at £60 million.
Arsenal could replace White with Livramento
White has had minimal playing time from right-back since the beginning of last season.
The former Brighton & Hove Albion man has struggled with multiple injuries, while he has faced fierce competition from Timber, who has been a revelation.
The 28-year-old’s current deal expires in June 2028. The Gunners could be tempted to sell him next summer. They could seek to recoup part of the £50m fee spent on him to find a successor.
Livramento would be an ideal replacement for Arsenal. The former Chelsea graduate is a right-back by trade, but he can comfortably operate from the opposite end too.
The 23-year-old has had a worrying injury record in the past, but it has noticeably improved. He featured in 37 league games for the Magpies in the previous campaign.
Livramento has had a couple of knee injuries during the current season, and Arsenal may want to monitor his fitness in the coming months before contemplating a move.
Based on talent alone, the Englishman would be a good signing for the Gunners. He has a passing accuracy of 89 percent in the Premier League this campaign.
He has likewise impressed with his duel-winning ability, recoveries and ability to clear his lines. It won’t be a surprise if Arsenal were to pay £60m to secure his services.
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