Arteta captivated, Arsenal confident of landing £40m UCL hero on Man United wishlist
Arsenal are interested in signing the Norwegian winger Jens Petter Hauge at the end of the season.
According to a report from Sports Boom, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has been captivated by his performances in the UEFA Champions League this season (six goals and two assists), and the club is hoping to secure his signature. The player will cost around £40 million in the summer, and Arsenal will face competition from Manchester United as well.
Hauge was linked with Leeds United a few months ago.
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Arsenal could use Jens Petter Hauge
The 26-year-old is at the peak of his career, and the opportunity to move to England could be exciting for him. Arsenal needs more quality on the flanks, and he could prove to be a very useful acquisition. He will add goals and flair to the team. Arsenal needs more unpredictability going forward. It remains to be seen whether they are prepared to pay £40 million for the attacker in the summer.
On the other hand, Manchester United is monitoring his situation. They need more depth on the team, especially given that they could be competing in the UEFA Champions League next season. They need a deeper squad with more quality, and the Norwegian could be a handy option for them in the attack.
Manchester United have been keeping tabs on Hauge for several years.
Hauge will fancy a big move
Arsenal and Manchester United are among the biggest clubs in the world, and the opportunity to join them will be exciting for the attacker.
Hauge is reportedly desperate to take the next step in his career, and playing in the Premier League is a dream for him. He wants to test himself against the league’s best defenders.
Arsenal are optimistic about winning the race for the player, and it remains to be seen how the situation unfolds in the coming weeks.
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