Gunners boss Arsene Wenger faces a defensive injury crisis ahead of the Premier League opener on Sunday with Per Mertesacker and Gabriel missing.
He has moved to try and ease the problem by stepping up the bid to sign Valencia defender Mustafi, and finally looks like getting his man.
The German international was left out of the Spanish club’s pre-season friendly against a Nigerian all-star side last night as negotiations neared a conclusion.
But it is unlikely full terms and a medical will be completed in time for Arsenal to have him available to take on Jurgen Klopp’s side on Sunday.
Shkodran Mustafi has been targeted by Arsene Wenger after Arsenal were hit by an injury crisis in defence
Shkodran Mustafi celebrates scoring for Germany against Ukraine in Euro 2016
Gabriel suffered ankle ligament damage during the friendly against Manchester City
Wenger has been forced into the transfer market after his plans for the new campaign were wrecked by long-term injury to two of his senior players.
Captain Mertesacker has been ruled out for up to five months with a knee injury sustained in training ahead of the tour to America.
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