According to a recent report by the Daily Mail, Napoli could hijack Arsenal’s offer to secure the services of Celtic full-back Kieran Tierney during this ongoing transfer window. The same source has revealed that the Gunners have already made a £15m bid for the Scottish defender, but the Naples outfit are demanding £25m for their prized asset.
Tierney’s Rise To The Top Of Scottish Football
Tierney came through the youth ranks of Celtic before breaking out as a first-team starter back in 2015. He has gradually improved his game and has transformed into a classy full-back in the Scottish Premiership.
The 22-year-old has enjoyed a productive spell for the Hoops over the past couple of years. He has put in a string of impressive performances for the Scottish champions last season despite his injury issues and is destined to play for an elite club someday.
It would be a massive coup for the Gunners if they can find a way to win the race to sign the Scottish left-back in this off-season. At 22, Tierney is about to embark upon the peak years of his playing career which Unai Emery could look to benefit from over the next few campaigns. However, if the North London outfit does not have enough money to go on a bidding war with Napoli, then they might end up missing out on the Douglas born prospect.
What Will The Scottish Sensation Bring To The Emirates Stadium?
The Scottish defensive ace registered one goal and grabbed six assists in 40 appearances for the Hoops last season across all competitions. He has also represented Scotland in 12 international matches thus far.
Tierney knows what it takes to win trophies having earned a plethora of them during his time at Celtic Park. Thus, he will add a winning penalty to the Arsenal squad if Emery can orchestrate a move to bring him to North London this summer.
The addition of an accomplished left-back like Tierney will undoubtedly improve the quality of Emery’s first-team. The Scotland international boasts blistering pace which allows him to dribble with the ball at high speed down the left flank. He is also a good defender inside his own half as he can make some crucial interceptions for his team. With Monreal often played in the three-man centre back lineup and Kolasinac being error-prone, signing a left back is a necessity and not a luxury.
What Should Be Emery’s Play Here?
Hence, Emery should try everything he can to ensure that the Gunners have a good chance of acquiring the Scottish full-back ahead of the new season. If it means matching Celtic’s valuation of £25m, then so be it.
