Arsenal are showing an interest in signing an England international during the summer transfer window who Thomas Tuchel labelled 'world-class'.
It's been a relatively slow start to the summer market for the Gunners, which might not be a huge surprise after lifting the Premier League title.
There has been no need for Arsenal to panic buy, and they are taking their time as they look to bring in new additions.
The North London club are clearly cautious about overpaying for targets due to their lack of urgency in terms of panic buying.
That resulted in Chelsea agreeing a deal to hijack Arsenal's move for Morgan Rogers, with their London rivals set to pay £117 million to secure his signature.
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According to reports, Arsenal are considering a move to sign free agent defender John Stones after his exit from Man City earlier in the transfer window.
The Gunners have concerns over William Saliba's fitness after he suffered an injury at the World Cup with France.
Arsenal are now considering a potential low-cost short-term addition to provide cover for Saliba, and they are awaiting a full medical assessment on the defender.
Stones is without a club after leaving Man City. The England international starred at the World Cup with his country, with manager Tuchel describing him as world-class.
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Stones making the move to Arsenal would certainly be an interesting and perhaps controversial move for the English defender.
There isn't a direct rivalry between Arsenal and Man City, but the two sides have been going head to head for Premier League titles over the last few years.
If Stones wants to remain in the Premier League and compete for titles, then Arsenal could be a good move for him.
The former Everton defender has struggled with injuries himself over the last few years, making just 15 appearances for Man City last season.
It would certainly be an interesting move, and it remains to be seen whether Arsenal will pull the trigger.