The Gunners' search for new signings has led them to the Red Devils' doorsteps.

Arsenal are in dire need of new signings, so much that they have turned to Manchester United – the club managed by Arsene Wenger’s arch-nemesis Jose Mourinho.

This is as reported by the Evening Standard, writing the Gunners’ search for a new defender has them on the Red Devils doorsteps, as they look to sign Phil Jones from the 20-time English Premier League champions.

The north London giants were tipped to land Skhodran Mustafi of Valencia, but the move has stalled in recent days due to the Spanish outfit demanding Arsenal trigger the player’s £43m release clause.

Le Prof remains optimistic over signing the German center-back, but has nonetheless been forced to explore other options. Jonny Evans was linked with the Emirates Stadium, but now it’s his 24-year-old former Man United buddy being eyed by the Gunners.

Arsenal are short on defenders, with Gabriel Paulista and Per Mertesacker both facing lengthy spells on the sidelines – 2 and 5 months, respectively. Unfortunately, their Phil Jones chase faces a huge roadblock: Mourinho’s unwillingness to do business with Le Prof.

As a result, the Red Devils will reject any bids from their rivals. However, the club have been linked with Jose Fonte, and should he arrive at Old Trafford, Man United may have to clear out a few players.

 

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Watford 1 - 3 Arsenal

August 27, 2016 10:00amVicarage Road Stadium (Watford)

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August 27, 2016 12:30pmKCOM Stadium (Hull)

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