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Arsenal ponder Serie A midfielder move: This one thing could put off Arsene Wenger
ARSENAL are reportedly considering a move for Roma midfielder Leandro Paredes.
Arsenal are going well in the Premier League, having lost just once this term.
Arsene Wenger invested in his squad over the summer, splashing £34m on Granit Xhaka.
After a tentative start, Xhaka has emerged as a key player for the Gunners.
Leandro Paredes has emerged as an Arsenal target
But according to The Sun, Wenger is keen to make more midfield reinforcements.
The report suggests Paredes has emerged as a target after turning in a number of good displays for Roma this term.
Paredes operates as a deep-lying midfielder, and it is believed he could either provide suitable back-up or perhaps challenge for a spot in the first XI.
Arsene Wenger is keen to make more midfield signings
Granit Xhaka has settled into his surroundings at Arsenal
However, with the former Boca Juniors star under contract with Serie A outfit until 2019, this could deter Wenger.
Paredes' lengthy contract an expensive purchase were Wenger to step up his interest.
Arsenal will be hoping to keep up their good form when they pay Manchester United a visit on Saturday (12:30pm).