Thursday, March 28, 2024

4 Realistic Defensive Signings Arsenal Could Make Before The Season Starts

3 – Ashley Williams

If you’re looking for a ready-made player for the Premier League, then surely Ashley Williams is the man for the job when it comes to Arsenal’s problems.

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Captain and leader for Swansea for almost all of his career, the 31-year-old may not have age on his side, but he more than makes up for that with experience.

Fresh from Euro 2016, the Welsh international fits the bill when it comes to Wenger’s criteria, and he could be a steal for just over £10m if Swansea are willing to let him go.

Although Williams won’t be promised a place in the starting XI every week, he’s more than capable of coming into the side when needed.

Normally that would trouble a defender of his stature, but as his career begins to run down this could be an amazing chance to join a club playing Champions League football.

The Gunners have been linked with Williams on several occasions, and he will ultimately be the final push for a defender should our main options run out.

Wenger won’t have to take risks on whether or not he’s comfortable with Premier League football, and alongside his low price tag that will be enough to justify the deal.

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