Napoli targeting move for Arsenal defender

Arsenal have rediscovered their best form at the perfect time.

After thrashing Nottingham Forest and Sporting CP, the Gunners condemned West Ham United to a 5-2 defeat in their latest Premier League match on Saturday.

Arsenal produced a rampant attacking display, with Gabriel Magalhaes, Leandro Trossard, Martin Odegaard, Kai Havertz and Bukayo Saka all on target for the visitors.

The Gunners have a balanced squad, and they are eager to retain their players during the January transfer window.

However, they could lose one of their defenders next month amid interest from Italy.

According to TuttoMercatoWeb, Napoli are considering a move for Jakub Kiwior to bolster their defensive ranks.

The 24-year-old joined Arsenal from Spezia in January 2023. He was an important member of the first team under Mikel Arteta last season, featuring in 30 games across all competitions.

However, the Poland international has been pushed to the fringes of the squad this term due to Riccardo Calafiori’s arrival and Jurrien Timber’s return to fitness.

Both players have been impressive for the Gunners this season, with their defence currently one of the best in the world.

Kiwior, who can operate as a left-back as well as a centre-back, is highly talented, but his first-team prospects don’t look great.

He is contracted with Arsenal until 2028 but could push for a January move for regular playing time at another club.

Arsenal could sanction a loan move for him, as they already have numerous defensive options/

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