A new update was released on Tuesday, indicating that Arsenal is still interested in a number of important players.
What has changed since Moises Caicedo joined Arsenal?
Sam Dean, a journalist for The Telegraph, aimed to describe Mikel Arteta and Edu’s potential ground-breaking summer transfer plans in an effort to close the gap between them and treble-winning Manchester City.
While the main focus of the report is on Declan Rice’s impending move to north London and Nicolas Pepe’s rumoured departure, it does hint that after the West Ham United star has arrived, attention will shift to luring Moises Caicedo away from Brighton and Hove Albion, with an offer being prepared.
Despite the Ecuadorian international having signed a new contract after their two unsuccessful bids in January, the Seagulls are reportedly going to want at least £70 million.
The Gunners would be making a tremendous statement if they were to sign both of these dominant midfielders from the Premier League.
How compatible are Declan Rice and Moises Caicedo?
It is understandable why Arteta believes these two will make a strong midfield partnership because they are complementing players who will bring out the best in one another.
Rice has gained prominence over the years, excelling as the Hammers’ captain and a crucial component of the England setup. This year, his creative abilities have also been highlighted.
Together with Caicedo, who would provide a forum for such exploits, this attacking zeal would create a delicate equilibrium.
The 24-year-old helped the Irons comfortably avoid the drop and win the Europa Conference League by scoring five goals and setting up four more in all competitions. The England player can now leave the London Stadium having fully given his all to the team that launched his football career, and it appears to be the perfect conclusion for him.
However, the 21-year-old option cannot be disregarded for the work he will get through behind Rice if he is to shine as the focal point of this new-look engine room, storming forward towards the penalty area with ease.
According to Sofascore, Caicedo is a tireless but refined presence in the middle of the field. His 7.08 average rating this term translates to 2.7 tackles, 1.2 crucial passes, and 1.5 interceptions per game. This level of defensive prowess may allow Rice to operate freely in the final third.
Tim Vickery, a specialist in South American football, even referred to him as a “terrific athlete” because of his unrelenting intensity.
It would be yet another brilliant move by Arteta to team these two in midfield, combining effort and talent with both defensive and offensive improvements.
Even without discussing their youth or the possibility that, should they defeat Pep Guardiola’s record-breakers, they could retain their positions for the following ten years during a dominant period, this is the situation.
