Arsenal to sign £20m-rated German defender

Arsenal are expected to sign Hanover 96 defender Waldemar Anton in New Year once the transfer window reopens having shown a keen interest in him.

The central defender has got pace, strength and good aerial foresight which will make him a good addition to the North London who are desperate to sign a central defender.

Gunners are already planning for life after Laurent Koscielny who is believed to be muting a move away from the Emirates Stadium in addition to the fact that he is ageing and might not be able to play like his youthful days.

The German international has won the attention of the Gunners boss with his impressive performance this season and he could be on his way to the Emirates Stadium with the seriousness already shown by Arsenal.

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Arsenal have been able to score a number of goals this season and yet they have conceded a lot so far with the strength of the defence not able to level with that of the attack.

Waldemar Anton is believed to blend with the style of play introduced by manager Unai Emery having shown his confidence as a young lad.

The Spanish boss is keen on returning Arsenal back to the Champions League having made it his top priority.