THE GAME CHANGER: Arsenal keen on 'exceptional' £50m midfielder who gets 'absolutely everywhere'

“The thing with Onana, when you talk to people who watch him week in, week out, is that those types of performances are few and far between.”

Watts also claimed that a price tag of around £50million is being mentioned, which could be appealing to clubs given his age and profile.

As well as Arsenal, Tottenham are said to be in pursuit of Onana, according to journalist Ignazio Geruardi.

Who is Arsenal target Amadou Onana?

Onana has made a name for himself as one of the Premier League’s best young players, and he would be an amazing acquisition for the likes of Arsenal.

He is an incredibly talented player who stands 6 feet 4 inches tall, is rapid and at just 22 years of age, he is still some way off his prime.

Scouting outlet Breaking the Lines wrote in 2023: ‘Onana is a rangy midfielder who uses his frame to sweep the ball away from opponents just when they think they’ve broken free.

‘At 6’4, he’s an imposing presence, and his power and athleticism allow him to cover almost every blade of grass.’

Meanwhile, Roberto Martinez is quoted by the Daily Mail as saying about Onana in 2022: “He is one of the most talented young players in Europe.”

All in all, Onana looks like he’d be a great signing for Arsenal, and Everton may well be open to selling due to profit and sustainability rules.