LONDON, ENGLAND – AUGUST 07: Ayden Haven of Arsenal controls the ball during the pre-season friendly match between Arsenal and Bayer 04 Leverkusen at Emirates Stadium on August 07, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Warren Little/Getty Images)
In search of defensive reinforcements, Napoli are eyeing Arsenal’s young defender Aiden Haven, whose contract expires next June.
At 18, he has yet to make a consistent appearance in Mikel Arteta’s first team, playing mostly with the Gunners’ U21 side, but is regarded as their brightest prospect, with his contract situation attracting the attention of several European clubs. .
Napoli are eyeing Arsenal’s defensive prospect as his contract expires
According to TBR Football, Quoted by Calciomercato.comNapoli are keeping a close eye on the youngster but face stiff competition from Premier League powerhouses Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United, Chelsea and Newcastle.
The likes of Bayern Munich, Bayer Leverkusen and Borussia Dortmund are also said to be interested in Heaven, especially after Arsenal struggled to sign him to his first professional contract at the Emirates Stadium.
Who is Arsenal talent Aiden Haven
Born in London, Haven joined Arsenal at the age of 13 after spending four years in West Ham’s academy.
A physical centre-back with decent technical ability, he came through the youth ranks and earned a place in pre-season camp with the first team last season, with head coach Arteta describing him as ‘impressive’.
While the Gunners are still confident of keeping him with a new and improved offer, Napoli sporting director Giovanni Manna is keeping a close eye on his situation as he could be an attractive profile. To strengthen Antonio Conte’s defense for next season.
