After Defeat, Arsenal desperate to sign £40m-rated France international

North London outfit Arsenal are reported to be desperate to secure the signature of French Ligue 1 midfielder Tanguy Ndombele ahead of the winter transfer window which reopens in coming days.

The Gunners are also reported to be aware of interests from Man United, Man City, Everton, Liverpool, Chelsea and Barcelona for the player and they are desperate to win all of the interest.

Arsenal are already preparing for life without Wales international Aaron Ramsey who will be leaving the Emirates Stadium as a free player when his contract with the club expires at the end of the season.

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The Gunners could also lose Egyptian international Mohamed Elneny who is frustrated at the North London side as a result of lack of playing time under manager Unai Emery.

The France international has been impressive so far this season and has been tipped to have a successful career at Arsenal owing to his style of play which fits into what is needed at the Emirates Stadium.

So far this season, Tanguy Ndombele has had 20 games under his belt and he has scored two and handed 4 assists across all competitions.

With a release clause of about £40 million, the North London side are expected to seal a deal for the player in January.