Arsenal’s summer business is far from finished, and their latest reported target might raise a few eyebrows. According to Teamtalk, the Gunners are exploring a surprise swoop for West Ham United right-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka.

Why Ben White’s Future Is Suddenly In Doubt

Ben White has fallen down the pecking order since Jurrien Timber’s emergence, and his contract situation adds another layer of uncertainty with just two years left to run. A groin injury to Timber briefly handed White the shirt last season, only for the Englishman to suffer a serious knee injury in May. He’s expected back for pre-season, but given his patchy fitness record and recent dips in defensive consistency, Arsenal appear open to cashing in.

Enter Wan-Bissaka: The Defensive Upgrade Arteta Wants

The Athletic reports West Ham would sell the 28-year-old for around £25 million — and it’s easy to see the appeal. Wan-Bissaka remains one of the Premier League’s most reliable one-on-one defenders, boasting an elite tackling success rate that would slot perfectly into Mikel Arteta’s defensive setup.

No Longer Just A Defensive Specialist

What’s changed since his Old Trafford days is his attacking output. His numbers at West Ham — 2 goals and 8 assists in 65 games — dwarf his return at United across nearly three times as many appearances. Fresh off a strong World Cup, Arsenal could push for a smart £20m plus £5m add-ons structure rather than meeting West Ham’s asking price outright.

Could this be the shrewd, low-key signing that strengthens Arsenal’s title charge?