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Arsenal are closing in on the signing of Leandro Trossard from Brighton and Hove Albion. Having missed out on Mykhailo Mudryk to Chelsea, the Gunners have acted quickly to boost Mikel Arteta's options in attack by targeting Trossard.
Football.london understands that Arsenal have agreed a fee of £21million plus add-ons for Trossard. The Belgian is set to arrive in north London on a deal until 2027 with the option to extend by a further year.
The Gunners swiftly turned their attention to Trossard after Chelsea hijacked a deal for Mudryk earlier in January. Trossard would become Arsenal's first signing of the January transfer window as Edu looks to answer Arteta's call for more firepower in his squad.
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It is thought Arsenal have been pushing hard to complete a deal by midday on Friday (GMT), which would allow Trossard to feature during Sunday's highly-anticipated clash against Manchester United.
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Trossard has been on Arsenal's radar for some time, dating back to his time in the Belgian Pro League with Genk. The 28-year-old has enjoyed a successful stint with Brighton, scoring 25 goals in 121 appearances after signing for the Seagulls four years ago.
Whilst the completion of a move is expected imminently, supporters' fears will only be put at rest when an official announcement is released. With that in mind, football.london takes a look at all the latest transfer updates surrounding Trossard and his move to the Emirates Stadium.
Medical completed
Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano claims that Trossard has completed his medical as Arsenal attempt to push through a move before midday on Friday.
If they do so, he can feature in Sunday's monumental clash against Manchester United in North London.
Romano wrote this morning: "Leandro Trossard has now successfully completed all medical tests as Arsenal player."
Brighton confession
Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi, who Trossard is thought to have recently fallen out with, appeared to acknowledge that the attacker is set to depart the AMEX Stadium in his pre-match press conference this morning.
The Italian claimed: “The situation was difficult, I think, because I understood he wanted to leave.
"I am sorry for the last period because I prefer when people are clear, not when there is some different behaviours. But we will see."
“We can play well with Leo or without Leo.”
Why Arsenal switched from youth policy
A deal for Trossard is set to be complete following a failed move for Ukrainian sensation Mykhailo Mudryk, who joined Chelsea instead.
Whilst there is an eight-year age-gap between the two players, the Athletic have explained why Trossard is viewed as a suitable alternative, despite being at a significantly different stage of his career.
They suggest that prior knowledge of Trossard eliminates certain risks, such as concerns over his attitude. Assistant coach Albert Stuivenberg was his manager at Genk in 2017.
His Premier League-proven pedigree, versatility across attacking roles and comfort in a front-footed, pressing style are also viewed as important factors in opting for a move.
Agent explains
Arsenal will suit Trossard "perfectly" according to his agent Josy Comhair, who outlined just how quickly Arsenal moved to complete a deal.
“I personally offered Leo to Arsenal. This is the most beautiful club for him and the football they’re playing suits him perfectly. The deal took 48 hours which shows how much Arsenal wanted him."
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