Despite having signed two centre-backs over the summer, speculation persists that Arsene Wenger is looking to add another option to the heart of the Arsenal defence.
French pair Laurent Koscielny and Sebastien Squillaci both arrived before the season began. The jury is still out on them, especially the signing of Koscielny, who at £8.45million did not come cheaply. Both players may yet come into their own and at first glance, they appear to be better than some of Wenger’s options in the centre of defence last season, although neither has made anything like the same instant impact as did Thomas Vermaelen last term.
In the meantime, Wenger remains linked to additional centre-backs. While the focus of the summer speculation centered on France, the latest rumours surround German centre-backs. In particular, Werder Bremen ‘s Per Mertesacker has cropped up again as a possible signing. In addition, Schalke’s Benedikt Howedes appears to be in the frame.
So, if Wenger is to bring either Mertesacker or Howedes to Arsenal, who would be the better option for the Gunners?
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