Arsenal still tracking injury hit Newcastle full back
Arsenal have not given up on a move for Tino Livramento, despite the Newcastle United defender's recent struggles with injury problems, according to Football Insider.
The 23 year old has long been regarded as one of the most promising full backs in the Premier League, and Arsenal's interest in him has been known for some time. That interest appeared to cool in recent months as Livramento battled fitness issues that have limited his availability for Newcastle.
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Gunners maintain their interest
Football Insider reports that Livramento remains one of Arsenal's key transfer targets, with the club still weighing up a move despite the injury concerns. The report suggests Arsenal could explore the opportunity to sign him sooner than initially expected, indicating his fitness record has not significantly altered their evaluation of his ability.
Livramento has impressed whenever fit for Newcastle, offering pace, composure on the ball and defensive solidity in a position Arsenal have monitored closely. His struggles to stay fit are understood to be part of the reason he remained at St James' Park beyond last summer rather than securing a move away.
Newcastle unlikely to sell cheaply
Any move for Livramento would not come cheap. Newcastle are unlikely to part with an important squad member without demanding a substantial transfer fee, and Arsenal are aware they would need to make a significant financial commitment to get a deal over the line.
A switch to Arsenal, a club competing among the top sides in English football, could appeal to Livramento given the opportunity to play Champions League football and challenge for major honours. Arsenal, for their part, must balance that ambition with the risk posed by his injury history.
The Gunners will want reassurance over his fitness before committing significant funds to a deal, given how often he has been sidelined. Should those concerns ease, Livramento's quality means he remains a name worth tracking as Arsenal continue to assess their options at full back.
