Liverpool could steal march on Arsenal in race for €50 million Serie A sensation | OneFootball

Arsenal and Liverpool are interested in signing the Atalanta defender Honest Ahanor at the end of the season.

The 18-year-old is highly rated across Europe, and several clubs are monitoring his progress. The two Premier League clubs will be hoping to secure his signature in the summer, and he could cost around €50 million, according to FussballDaten.

Ahanor can operate as both a central defender and a fullback. He is a versatile player with significant potential, and he could develop into a key player for Liverpool or Arsenal with the right guidance. It is no secret that Liverpool needs more quality and depth in the defensive unit. A versatile player like Ahanor would be a superb investment.

The young defender is already impressing with the Italian club, and he has clocked over 1,000 first-team minutes in the league this season.

Meanwhile, Arsenal have a well-stocked defensive unit, and it will be interesting to see if they are prepared to invest in another defender this summer. The 18-year-old needs to join a club that offers regular opportunities. Even though Arsenal is among the biggest clubs in the world and has a quality team, they might not be able to provide the young defender with regular opportunities. Sitting on the bench at a big club would be detrimental to his development.

Perhaps a move to Liverpool would be ideal for him. They are likely to lose Ibrahima Konate in the summer when his contract expires. Joe Gomez has also been linked with an exit. He needs more opportunities, and he could look to move on in the summer. Ahanor could be an important option for next season.