If Arsenal were to secure Lukeba's signature, it would be another significant investment in a backline that has been transformed under Arteta's leadership. The Gunners have prioritised young, aerially dominant defenders in recent years, and Lukeba fits that profile perfectly. His versatility and experience in Europe's top leagues make him an ideal candidate to provide high-level competition for the likes of William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes.
While Leipzig are still in with a chance of finishing in the top four and playing in next season's Champions League, the lure of a Premier League title challenge could be enough to convince the 23-year-old that his future lies outside the Bundesliga.