According to a report, AC Milan midfielder Ismael Bennacer is being targeted by both Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal and Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City.
In a captivating transfer development, it has come to light that Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal and Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City are locked in a fierce competition to secure the services of AC Milan’s dynamic midfielder, Ismael Bennacer.
The report originating from Football Transfers , reveals the keen interest displayed by both Premier League clubs in the highly coveted Algerian international.
Bennacer, who previously donned the Arsenal jersey from 2015 to 2017, endured a relatively uneventful spell at the Emirates Stadium, failing to leave a lasting impression during his tenure. Nevertheless, recent reports indicate that Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is actively exploring the possibility of a reunion with the talented midfielder, should the Gunners fall short in their pursuits of alternative midfield targets, such as Moises Caicedo from Brighton and Hove Albion or West Ham United’s Declan Rice.
Notably, it has been disclosed that Manchester City’s esteemed gaffer, Pep Guardiola, shares a profound admiration for Bennacer and has personally reached out to the player in the past, expressing a genuine desire to secure his services at the Etihad Stadium. With Guardiola’s proven track record of nurturing and maximizing the potential of young talents, the allure of a move to City may prove too enticing for Bennacer to resist.
As the transfer saga unfolds, it remains to be seen which club will emerge victorious in this high-stakes pursuit of Ismael Bennacer.