Steven Gerrard could make one final move for an Arsenal forward facing an uncertain future after Aston Villa sanctioned an exit in their forward line.
Gerrard has wasted little time making his mark on his Aston Villa side. The Liverpool legend has been given free reign to reshape the squad in his image. The twin arrivals of Lucas Digne and Philippe Coutinho in particular have caught the eye.
Robin Olsen has also been brought on board to shore up the goalkeeping ranks.
But aside from just the here and now, Gerrard has safeguarded the club’s future when signing young centre-half Kerr Smith from Dundee United.
Loan exits have also been forthcoming for many of the club’s hottest prospects as they seek to develop their games with more guaranteed game-time elsewhere.
Jaden Philogene-Bidace was the latest to leave when moving to Stoke. However, he has since been followed out the door by Cameron Archer, who has joined Preston on loan until the end of the season.
The news was confirmed via Preston’s official website, and Archer is raring to go if his first interview is anything to go by.
“Hopefully I will get some experience, some games under my belt, and hopefully score some more goals,” said Archer.
“I’m excited. I’m ready for the challenge and can’t wait to get started. It’s been a good journey so far and I’ve had the opportunity to go on loan now to express myself.”
Archer’s loan exit had been speculated last week by the Birmingham Mail. The outlet suggested Cameron Archer could make way – but only if Villa had irons in the fire regarding a suitable replacement.
Cameron Archer out, Eddie Nketiah in?
Citing the Athletic, the outlet revealed Arsenal’s Eddie Nketiah was being ‘considered’. The 22-year-old is also a target for Crystal Palace’s this month, and his contract status suggests a deal could be made.
Nketiah’s current contract runs out in the summer. Arsenal have publicly stated their desire to see Nketiah stay. But with…
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