Talking to Football Insider, former player Alan Hutton made remarkable comments around the Portuguese star.
In the opinion of Alan Hutton, Joao Cancelo is really a great deal for Arsenal, and coach Pep Guardiola will not hesitate to let the defender join a direct competitor to Manchester City. The former England player shared:
“Of course, Cancelo would be a great fit for Arsenal.”
“When Cancelo was playing for Man City, he was the first full-back to come in and play as a midfielder, that’s the way Arteta is set up.”
“Look at Oleksandr Zinchenko, that’s the role he’s playing, and why he’s starting instead of Kieran Tierney. Tierney couldn’t adapt to that style of play.”
“But if Arsenal can sign a player like Cancelo, it will definitely make them better.”
“Cancelo is very flexible, he can play on the left or the right. Pep Guardiola is not worried about selling his players to opponents, and I think Cancelo will be the same.”
According to Football Insider, Manchester City are demanding around £70 million for the Portuguese star’s services.
Arsenal’s brilliant early-season performance is thanks to the energy, dynamism and bravery of Gabriel Jesus and Oleksandr Zinchenko. Both joined the north London club from Man City more than 12 months ago.
Therefore, Arsenal plan to recruit Joao Cancelo this summer. The Emirates Stadium team believes that Cancelo will help strengthen the right wing. At this time, Cancelo also became redundant at Etihad.
Mikel Arteta worked briefly with Cancelo at Man City before being appointed Arsenal manager. That’s why Arteta appreciates Cancelo.
