Arsenal finally looking for some defensive reinforcements

Arsenal are expected to put in a bid for Basel defender Fabian Schar in the upcoming transfer window as the young Swiss has climbed to the top of Wenger’s defensive wish list, reported the Metro. Arsenal’s defence has been suspect for the past two seasons or so, and given that Bacary Sagna, who is a right back, had to deputise in the centre of defence in a few games for Arsenal just goes on to show the extent of problems in the Arsenal backline courtesy injuries and lack of transfer activity. However, the purchase of Schar will surely stabilise the North London club’s defence and also provides a goal threat from set pieces for Wenger’s team. The centre back, who stands well above the 6 ft. mark, is a prolific header and has already scored thrice in 3 appearances for the Swiss national team. Even for Basel, the 21 year old has netted as many as 6 times for the Swiss champions and was a key defensive presence for his team in their 2-1 victory against 2012 Champions League winners Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. Arsenal will however face competition from Serie A giants Juventus and Napoli in the race for Schar. Napoli, in fact, seemed close to snapping up the defender in the previous transfer market itself and are keen to add the Swiss to their new project under Rafael Benitez.