Report: Arsenal defender Shkodran Mustafi offered to Galatasaray

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Arsenal defender Shkodran Mustafi has reportedly been offered a way out of his Emirates nightmare in the form of Turkish giants Galatasaray.

According to Turkish-Football, the German is a transfer target for the Super Lig side, who are prioritising the signing of a central defender this January.

Apparently an intermediary the club works with has offered Mustafi as an option, with Arsenal happy to sell.

Turkish-Football add that Gala would only be able to afford a loan move for the 27-year-old, either until the end of the season or for 18 months.

A meeting between manager Faith Terim and the board is to take place regarding the subject.

£90,000-a-week Mustafi (Spotrac) has spent most of the current season on the bench, with David Luiz and Sokratis the preferred pairing throughout 2019/20.

TBR’s view – Arsenal need a replacement

In the eyes of most Arsenal fans, getting rid of Mustafi this month would be a no-brainer.

However, the injury to Calum Chambers means that Arsenal must now think twice about letting the £35 million signing depart.

Arsenal should only sanction his exit if they are sure they can get someone else in to replace him.

Perhaps the Gunners will allow a possible loan, with Goal reporting Mikel Arteta is restricted to loan deals himself.