Cedric Soares is reportedly close to signing with Besiktas as a free agent at the end of the season, as he has hardly played for Arsenal this campaign due to Ben White’s solidification of the right-back position. With Cedric earning £100,000-a-week, Arsenal is looking to offload him this January. Talks have intensified between Besiktas and Cedric, and if Arsenal is successful in getting him off their payroll, it could open up funds for the Gunners to make a signing of their own. Mikel Arteta has expressed interest in bolstering both the defence and attack, with a centre-forward being a priority. Cedric’s departure could aid in this effort, as his high wages could be stifling Arsenal’s market activity.
Turkish club now closing in on deal to sign ‘fantastic’ £100,000-a-week Arsenal player
