Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is keen to strengthen his midfield in JanuaryBissouma, 25, has been in sparkling form this season for Brighton and has helped them to ninth in the Premier League. The Mali international joined Brighton from Lille in 2018 for £15m and has developed nicely under the guidance of Albion head coach Graham Potter. Last season Albion sold Ben White to the Gunners for £50m and the Seagulls would expect to receive a similar fee for their star midfield man who has 18 months remaining on his contract. Bent feels Bissouma would greatly improve Arsenal's midfield and form a powerful partnership with Thomas Partey. “I really like him, I think he’s a top, top player, I think he’s gettable as well.

Source: Express January 12, 2022 10:29 UTC