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Arsenal face Leeds competition for Dutch defender

Arsenal face Leeds competition for Van Aanholt

Arsenal face Leeds competition for Dutch defender

14 March 2021 - 20:57

Arsenal could face competition from Leeds United in their attempt to sign Patrick van Aanholt this summer.

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  • Van Aanholt was touted to join the Gunners from Crystal Palace for a nominal fee in January, but a deal failed to materialise.

    The Dutchman's current contract with the Eagles expires in June and as things stand, he is likely to leave them on a free transfer.

    According to The Mail, Leeds have entered the pursuit of the left-back as they aim to land a replacement for Ezgjan Alioski.

    Alioski's contract expires in the summer as well and he is reportedly keen on joining Galatasaray on a Bosman deal.

    The Whites could be prepared to offer Van Aanholt with a regular starting role with Stuart Dallas playing higher up the field.

    The Gunners, however, want him as a potential back-up behind Kieran Tierney and it remains to be seen whether they can convince him.

    Van Aanholt has made more than 125 appearances for Palace to date.


    Written by Sri Aswin










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