Report: Max Aarons ‘very highly thought of’ at Arsenal

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Arsenal are not thought to be discussing a move for any potential right-backs right now but Max Aarons is ‘very highly thought of’ at the Emirates, according to a report from Football London.

The Gunners have been incredibly busy this summer. And that trend looks set to continue into the final weeks of the window.

One of those who may potentially leave is Hector Bellerin. The Spaniard has been heavily linked with a move to Inter Milan.

In fact, Football London recently reported that his representatives were in talks with Atletico Madrid and Villarreal, as well as the Nerazzurri.

It seems the Gunners are waiting for that situation to develop before they venture into the market.

According to Football London, it does not appear that they are currently in talks with any potential right-back targets.

But it is noted that Aarons is ‘very highly thought of’ in North London. So perhaps he may prove to be their top target should Mikel Arteta need a new right-back.

Aarons has been linked with a Gunners move already this summer. It was reported last month that they were one of the sides in the running.

Atletico, Barcelona and Bayern Munich were also earmarked as admirers. Diego Simeone’s men are apparently willing to spend £25 million on the 21-year-old if Kieran Trippier leaves.

Arsenal replacing Bellerin with Aarons would be extremely popular move

It remains to be seen if Bellerin stays or not. Of course, Arsenal have already one player come back from the brink. Reports this week suggested Granit Xhaka is set to sign a new contract.

It does appear to be the right time for Bellerin to move on. The 26-year-old has struggled in the last few years.

Replacing him with Aarons therefore, would surely be an incredibly popular move.

The Norwich man has been outstanding for some time. So plenty of fans will be hoping that Arsenal have reason to follow up on their interest in Aarons in the coming weeks.