Arsenal's chances of signing Dean Huijsen rated

Arsenal are interested in signing Bournemouth defender Dean Huijsen when the transfer window reopens this summer.

The Gunners have a strong interest in landing the Spain international and David Ornstein has confirmed that manager Mikel Arteta is a big admirer.

Despite this, a transfer could be difficult to pull off. Charles Watts reports that Arsenal may not invest in another centre-back unless there is a departure.

Jakub Kiwior has been linked with a move away from Arsenal, but his situation has recently changed with a number of stand-out displays.

Huijsen has developed into a terrific centre-back at Bournemouth, but Watts says he may also require guaranteed first-team football to make the move.

That seems unlikely to happen, considering William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes are guaranteed starters in the heart of the defence when fit.

Chelsea are more likelier to land the former Juventus man. They could partner him alongside Levi Colwill. Wesley Fofana is set to be sold.