Deal almost done: Arsenal close to big announcement of star player

Emerging report hints that North London side Arsenal are close to finalizing a deal for Benfica central defender Ruben Dias as they are reportedly in advanced talks with the club.

According to reports, the North London club are already ahead of the likes Liverpool and Manchester United.

With Benfica seeming ready to do business, Gunners are also making good efforts to provide a great cover for Laurent Koscielny who is already ageing as a 33-year-old star.

Ruben Dias is therefore seen as a good fit for the Gunners having impressed so far this season and has paid big clubs attention.

The Gunners have scored a lot of goals this season and they have conceded more as well which makes it important to have an addition.

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However, Gunners boss Unai Emery is a big fan of the player and is reported to be doing all within his powers to ensure the recruitment of his services.

Meanwhile, the North London side will be having another big game on Wednesday when they clash with United know the Premier League.

Arsenal will go into the game as the favourite having defeated Tottenham Hotspur in the London derby while United are struggling to win games this season.