Mikel Arteta, interested in Joan Jordan, while Arsenal take aim at Sevilla’s midfielder in January

Mikel Arteta is interested in adding options to his options in the middle of the park due to his difficulties in finding a winning formula this season.

After 15 games, the Gunners rank 15th in the Premier League table and are just six points above the relegation zone.

Arteta will see the January transfer window as an opportunity to strengthen his team and central midfield is a priority.

The performances of Granit Xhaka, Mohamed Elneny and Dani Ceballos have been unpredictable, while 45 million pound summer pick Thomas Partey has missed much of the season with a thigh injury.

According to The Sun, Arteta believes versatile central midfielder Jordan may be the answer to his team’s problems and Arsenal are said to be willing to pay Sevilla’s asking price of around £ 32 million.

The 26-year-old has been a regular on Julen Lopetegui’s team this season, recording one goal and three assists in all competitions.

The report claims that the Gunners have been following Jordan for three years and Arteta is interested in his “ability to lead and inspire.”

Former Manchester United forward Louis Saha also thinks Arsenal need a tenacious leader in midfield and should go out and find one in January.

Speaking exclusively to Ladbrokes on his launch of the 5-A-Side bet on Tottenham v Fulham, Saha said: ‘In terms of where Arsenal can get stronger, I would stop looking at the players just for quality and start looking at the players. for his leadership and attitude.

“They need players who are aggressive in the right way; That is the most important. Another player in midfield with the right mindset would be a good starting point for the January transfer window.

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