Arsenal and Napoli are leading the race to sign Bologna full-back Aaron Hickey, according to the latest reports.
The Gunners are set for a busy window and football.london understands that technical director Edu will look to sign at least one attacker, a central midfielder and a fullback whilst the likes of Eddie Nketiah, Alexandre Lacazette and Bernd Leno are all expected to leave the club at the end of the current campaign. football.london understands Scottish left-back Hickey is one name that has caught the attention of Mikel Arteta and Edu.
Now, according to reports in Italy, as cited by Sport Witness, Arsenal are among several clubs interested in attaining his services, but the Gunners and Serie A giants Napoli currently 'lead' the proceedings.
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The 19-year-old recently admitted that he sees all the speculation surrounding his future in Serie A. Speaking to Sky Sports, via the Scottish Express, Hickey said: "I do see quite a lot of talk.
"One of my friends text me today saying 'what's happening here, lad?' They're sending me stuff for transfers and talks, but it's nice to know there's interest of other clubs. It gives you some confidence and stuff. You just keep your head down and focus in football."
Hickey has enjoyed an excellent 2021/22 campaign, netting six goals from defence. As per fbref, he's now admitted that he has performed above his own expectations. He added: "I'm proud. I didn't expect it to go as well as it has done. I expected to just try and come here and break into the first team, get appearances."
