Arsenal eye late Malick Fofana move as deadline looms

Lyon's Malick Fofana has been offered to Arsenal as Mikel Arteta scrambles for attacking cover.

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What happened. Arsenal are pushing for a late signing, with Lyon winger Malick Fofana on their shortlist after the player was offered to the Gunners.

• Fofana is 21 years old and Belgian.
• Arsenal have already sold Martinelli, Jesus, Vieira, and Trossard.
• A move for Julian Alvarez has been unsuccessful so far.

Arsenal must complete any deal before Tuesday's 11pm transfer deadline.

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