Arsenal close in on deal for French full-back: Southampton and Sunderland were interestedARSENAL are reportedly on the verge of signing French defender Djibril Sidibe. By Uche Amako 18:14, Thu, Jul 7, 2016 | UPDATED: 19:19, Thu, Jul 7, 2016 Link copied Bookmark GETTYDjibril Sidibe could join ArsenalThe 23-year-old was a regular for Lille last season, making 42 appearances and scoring four goals.And Southampton and Sunderland were both linked with deal for Sidibe.But Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio claims the Gunners have swooped in the last moment and are now favourites to capture him.It is claimed Sidibe has a contract with Lille until 2019.Arsenal's Most Expensive Transfers Arsenal are in need of defensive reinforcement with doubts of the futures of Mathieu Debuchy and Kieran Gibbs.Both have started pre-season training but could still leave the Emirates this summer. Related articles Confirmed: Man Utd flop Victor Valdes signs for Middlesbrough Chelsea attacker joins La Liga side: Arsenal midfielder set to join... Chelsea offer Arsenal legend Marc Overmars Premier League return SUBSCRIBE Invalid emailWe use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. Read our Privacy Policy Premier League