The Portuguese midfielder has hinted that he will resume talks with the German giants in January, but Arsenal now have the opportunity to gazump Thomas Tuchel and land one of the most highly-rated defensive midfielders in the country, should Arteta and Edu decide that a like-for-like replacement for Partey is necessary.
Conor Gallagher could be an option if the Arsenal chiefs opt against a natural holding midfielder and instead want someone with more versatility, as Chelsea were open to letting the 23-year-old leave late in the window amid interest from Tottenham.
Declan Rice proved more than capable as the deepest midfielder in the win over United on Sunday, while Kai Havertz’s struggles to his left may highlight the need for a midfielder in the mode of Gallagher, who can affect all phases of the game and provide the necessary athleticism in certain situations, though he could cost as much as £50m.
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