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title: "Meunier refuses to rule out January exit – the perfect signing for Arsenal?"
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# Meunier refuses to rule out January exit – the perfect signing for Arsenal?

Arsenal and Manchester United have previously been linked with a move for Paris Saint-Germain star Thomas Meunier.

The versatile Belgian is currently in the final year of his contract with the Ligue 1 champions, and his recent comments have fuelled speculation of a potential January exit.

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Talking to [French outlet RTBF, cited by the Daily Mail](https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-7431881/PSG-defender-Thomas-Meunier-refuses-rule-January-amid-Man-United-Arsenal-interest.html), about his situation over the summer, Meunier revealed there was plenty of interest in his services.

> It was an intense period, with a lot of interest and discussion.

> I could have left but it was not done because there was nothing that suited the club or myself. Nothing was 100 per cent for it to work.

The 27-year-old then went on to admit that he is happy in Paris, however, the athletic defender then dropped a hint at a potential move away after falling out of favour under Thomas Tuchel.

> I have always said that I wanted to stay in Paris. I still have one year on my contract and I still hope an extension can be secured.

> The situation is a little more complicated because I am no longer the preferred choice in my position, but I remain professional.

> I feel good there and we will see what happens during the season.

Should Arsenal reignite their interest in the experienced defender in January?

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### Read Arsenal verdict

With Thilo Kehrer and Colin Dagba both being preferred to Meunier in the early stages of the campaign, a move away from the Parc Des Princes could be a realistic option for the player.

Arsenal should definitely be keeping a close eye on Meunier’s situation, and a new year swoop for the Belgian could be just what the Gunners need.

Meunier can play at right-back or in a holding midfield role, two areas that Unai Emery would more than likely be keen on strengthening halfway through the current campaign.

The Belgium international has plenty of elite-level experience and has been regarded as one of Europe’s best utility men in recent years, so it seems a surprise that he has fallen down the pecking order in France.

He could also be available in a cut-price deal, especially if Meunier doesn’t sign a new deal before January, leaving him with just six months left on his contract.

If he becomes available, Emery should certainly make a move for the energetic defender, and his arrival could prove to be a shrewd addition to the Gunners’ exciting squad for the second half of the season.