Aston Villa and Atalanta eye up Arsenal target Bamba

Arsenal are showing that they are the best team in the Premier League due to their play, goals and results. The exciting football played by Mikel Arteta's side has not left anyone indifferent, but the club already have their eyes on next season. 

Despite being top of the Premier League with a two point lead over Man City, the club are looking to strengthen their squad. One of the players on Arsenal's radar is that of 20 year-old midfielder Ibrahima Bamba. 

According to Nicolo Schira, the Londoners are following the Vitoria Guimaraes players very closely prior to buying him in the summer. However, his departure looks difficult and it would be expensive as the footballer's contract at the Portuguese club expires in June 2026.

If that were not enough, the previously mentioned source said that his arrival at the Emirates will be difficult due to Aston Villa and Atalanta's interest in the players. However, the Gunners will try and beat the other two clubs to him.