Arsenal Newsnow: Evan Ndicka has been in contact with both Arsenal and Tottenham Spurs about a possible transfer in January or a free transfer in the summer
Arsenal Newsnow: Christian Falk revealed to Caught Offside that north London rivals Arsenal and Tottenham are interested in signing forward Evan Ndicka. The promising French defender, who is just 23, may be available for a Bosman transfer this summer. The timing of these discussions is crucial. He may soon reach an extension agreement with Eintracht Frankfurt.
Earlier rumours had stated that Arsenal and Ndicka had agreed on a free transfer. Unfortunately, these were all lies. The French defender, at 23 years old, is still an intriguing potential. Frankfurt may decide to extend his contract.
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A three-year extension has apparently been put on the table by Frankfurt, which Ndicka is now contemplating. Christian Falk thinks Arsenal is interested but hasn’t shown any concrete plans to sign him. Thus, the German club has no concerns about the defender’s future and is still hopeful of a contract extension.
Will Evan Ndicka move to the Gunners or Tottenham?
Ndicka may sign a preliminary deal with a suitor from outside of Germany. It might seem like just Arsenal and Tottenham are interested, but AC Milan is also a possibility. Falk is certain that Ndicka would sign the agreement. This might be disappointing news for potential suitors.
No matter what happens with Rob Holding and William Saliba, Arsenal will be shopping for a new centre back this summer. The latter has secured a starting position in the defence. But the Englishman may go if his circumstances do not improve.
As a result, Mikel Arteta would want to add another defender to the back line. Similarly, Tottenham is keen on acquiring Ndicka. Antonio Conte is planning to make several additions to the roster. Possible good news for the Italian is the availability of a highly regarded central defender who can be had for nothing.
He’d be free to put the limited resources elsewhere. Adding fresh defenders to his roster is a priority for Conte. These players will be expected to contribute immediately. With the promise of consistent and extensive playing time, they may be able to get players like Ndicka to join the project. However, these preparations may be jeopardized if the team is unable to participate in the Champions League.
If Ndicka chooses against signing an agreement with Frankfurt, Arsenal might be the frontrunner to recruit him. The defender’s long-term plans, including whether or not he wishes to depart Germany for English pastures, will become clearer over the following several weeks.
