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According to the Liverpool Echo, Arsenal has initiated discussions with Everton regarding a possible transfer for Amadou Onana. Everton is reportedly willing to sell if a bid of £50 million is made. Onana, who joined Everton from LOSC Lille in 2022 for £33 million, has become a crucial player for the team, making 72 appearances and playing in 63 of 76 Premier League games since his arrival.

Onana is currently participating in the European Championships with Belgium, where he is expected to play a significant role. He is anticipated to start in Belgium’s opening match against Slovakia at Deutsche Bank Park in Frankfurt.

Despite having only 13 international caps, Onana has played in all four of Belgium’s friendlies this year, starting in recent matches against Montenegro and Luxembourg. A strong performance in the tournament could potentially increase his market value.

Fabrizio Romano, a well-known transfer insider, has indicated that while there are no formal talks yet, Everton expects bids for Onana due to Arsenal’s interest. The Liverpool Echo’s report highlights that Arsenal has inquired about the terms of a potential deal and that Everton is prepared to negotiate if the £50 million asking price is met.

Everton’s financial situation might be influencing their willingness to sell. Last season, they faced an eight-point deduction for breaching Profitability and Sustainability rules, which could have been 12 points if not for an appeal. This financial strain might force Everton to sell key players, with Jarrad Branthwaite also potentially on the move.

For Arsenal, strengthening the midfield is a priority. Mohamed Elneny’s contract is expiring, Albert Sambi Lokonga has expressed his desire to leave, and Thomas Partey’s frequent injuries have made him unreliable, with only ten starts last season.

This leaves Arsenal with only Declan Rice and the 32-year-old Jorginho, who, despite extending his contract, may not be a consistent starter due to his age.

Thus, acquiring Onana would be a strategic move for Arsenal. He offers a younger and potentially more reliable option compared to Partey and could be obtained at a relatively low cost given Everton’s financial troubles.

Arsenal has recently shown a preference for signing players from within the Premier League, with recent acquisitions including David Raya, Declan Rice, Kai Havertz, Jorginho, Oleksandr Zinchenko, Gabriel Jesus, Leandro Trossard, Benjamin White, and Aaron Ramsdale. Onana could be the next addition to this growing list.