Arsenal’s defence has looked shaky at times this season, particularly on the left-hand side, but it seems they may have found the ideal recruit this summer to bolster their ranks and push them towards greater success.
Reports in Italy state Arsenal have been keeping a close eye on Napoli full-back Faouzi Ghoulam and, having looked at the Algerian defender’s statistics for the season, it’s clear he would be a significant upgrade on their current options on the left-side.
Ghoulam has been solid for the Serie A giants this season, winning 26 aerial duels, making 11 tackles and 22 interceptions- whilst making just one defensive error and conceding just 11 fouls in the process.
Like potential future team-mate Hector Bellerin on the opposite flank, Ghoulam is also extremely capable in attack and has created an impressive 33 chances for team-mates- although he has not yet secured an assist.
With the right attackers around him, Ghoulam could thrive and he’s still just 26- so the prime years of his career is still to come.
