Arsenal has reportedly expressed interest in acquiring Everton’s Amadou Onana, with Mikel Arteta considering the 22-year-old Belgian international as a key addition to strengthen the Gunners’ midfield. Onana, who joined Everton from Lille for £33.5 million in August 2022, has been a pivotal player under both Frank Lampard and Sean Dyche, making 16 Premier League appearances and scoring once this season.

Despite Arsenal’s pursuit, Everton is reportedly determined to retain Onana and is hesitant to part ways mid-season. The Toffees, facing a relegation battle, are expected to demand a substantial fee for the talented midfielder. The reported price tag ranges between £70 million and £90 million, highlighting Everton’s reluctance to let Onana leave in the ongoing transfer window.

Arteta, having already secured Declan Rice for a club-record £105 million earlier in the season, is keen on further reinforcing the midfield. Arsenal’s potential offer for Onana aims to outpace competition from other clubs, including Chelsea and Manchester United, who have previously shown interest in the dynamic midfielder.

Here is the highlight video of Amadou Onana’s skills.

Amadou Onana

This season he played in total once for 90 minutes for FA Cup.

Amadou Onana didn’t score any goal for Everton. He procured no assists. He received no yellow cards and no red cards.

His team is currently 17th in FA Cup. In the last match Everton drew 0-0 against Crystal Palace. The next match in FA Cup will be against Aston Villa.

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