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Arsenal and Tottenham target to have surgery: £18m transfer takes fresh twist
ARSENAL target Sofiane Boufal could be out for up to six months with a knee injury, casting a proposed transfer to the Premier League into doubt.
Lille confirmed Arsenal and Spurs target Sofiane Boufal has a knee injury
Boufal, who has also been tracked by Tottenham this season, was thought to be considering a move to England at the end of the campaign.
The winger, 22, has greatly impressed for Ligue 1 side Lille this season and boasts 12 goals since August.
Boufal, dubbed the next Riyad Mahrez', is said to have caught Arsenal's eye and the Gunners were keen on a deal - although his fresh injury may scupper any move.
Lille value their star at £18million and club president Michel Seydoux has already admitted the financial strength of the Premier League could make it impossible to refuse a bid.
Spurs manager Mauricio Pochettino, meanwhile, is said to be scouring Europe for top talent as he prepares is squad to play in the Champions League next season as well as pushing for the domestic title.
Manchester United and Chelsea have also been linked to the player, although reports of their interest has died down in recent weeks.