Arsenal are interested in Paris Saint-Germain prospect David Boly, with Mikel Arteta’s side reportedly among a number of European clubs monitoring the 17-year-old defender.
The right-back has emerged as a potential long-term target for the Gunners after making an impression during his first-team breakthrough with the French champions.
Arsenal track PSG defender David Boly
Boly made his Champions League debut against Villarreal, coming off the bench and scoring in PSG’s 6-0 victory. He had previously appeared for the senior side in the Coupe de France and Ligue 1.
His progress has enhanced his standing as one of the most promising players to come through the Parisian academy. Arsenal are understood to view him as a player who could develop into an attacking full-back.
However, the north London club face competition for his signature. Bundesliga sides Bayer Leverkusen and Eintracht Frankfurt are also reportedly keeping tabs on the teenager.
Frankfurt have been monitoring emerging French talent and are said to regard Boly as a possible addition to their squad, adding to the uncertainty over his next move.
PSG are keen to retain one of their brightest academy graduates and are working towards offering Boly his first professional contract.
His decision could therefore determine whether he continues his development in Paris or considers a move elsewhere, with interest in the defender expected to remain strong over the coming months.
