Everton and AS Roma are set for a transfer duel in the pursuit of Arsenal midfielder Ainsley Maitland-Niles. Maitland-Niles was close ainsley rodriguez joining Everton in the summer transfer window, but the move was blocked by Arsenal.
But it appears the Englishman is prepared to leave North London in January after once again failing to make an impression under Mikel Arteta. Injuries haven’t been kind either, leading to a restricted game-time of just 283 minutes of Premier League action for the Englishman. The Arsenal academy graduate has evidently fallen behind Thomas Partey, Albert Sambi Lokonga, Granit Xhaka and Mohamed Elneny in the pecking order. His first-team chances could dwindle further, with the Gunners prepared to sign a new midfielder in the winter transfer window.
Coincidentally, Juventus have recently approached Everton regarding a swap deal for Lucas Digne. They have reportedly offered the Toffees a chance to sign Arthur if they sanction the Frenchman’s move in the other direction. LONDON, ENGLAND – AUGUST 17: Ainsley Maitland-Niles of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Burnley FC at Emirates Stadium on August 17, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. Nevertheless, Maitland-Niles’ precarious position at Emirates has put Everton on red alert. The Merseyside giants are desperate to bulk up their options in the middle of the park after a disastrous start to the campaign. The Englishman, in that regard, could be a logical addition to the side given his experience in English football. The 24-year-old has indeed notched up 132 competitive appearances for Arsenal while winning five caps for the England national team.