Arsenal will likely enter the market in the summer for defensive reinforcements, especially at the heart of the defence and have already began to reach out to centre-backs.
Ajax defender Matthijs de Ligt has enjoyed a breakthrough season in the Eredivisie replacing Davinson Sanchez in the Ajax defence following his move to Tottenham and the youngster is also being lined up by Premier League clubs.
Reports suggest that Barcelona, who have been scouting the 18-year-old defender extensively in recent times, have learned that Manchester City, Manchester United and Arsenal have all contacted the agent of de Ligt to sound out their interest in a summer transfer.
Bayern Munich are also interested in making a move for de Ligt in the summer as they look to add some young talent to their ageing squad.
Arsenal have been strongly linked with moves for Juventus defender Daniele Rugani and Napoli centre-back Kalidou Koulibaly in recent weeks and now news of interest in de Ligt seemingly confirms their interest in adding a defender.
