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NetoAs things currently stand, The Gunners have a pretty well-rounded squad. Despite this, critics continue to single out the goalkeeping spot as an area that needs strengthening. It seems that pundits aren’t all that convinced by Wojciech Szczesny and David Ospina. But can The Gunners do much better?

Are their current options really as bad as people like to make out?

Let’s start with Wojciech Szczesny. The Polish stopper has a poor reputation at the moment, but he’s actually one of the best keepers in the league. He’s lightning quick, makes a lot of good saves and he’s a man of character. The only real difficulty lies in his decision making faculties.

Then there’s David Ospina, who hasn’t really been tested during his short run in the team. It’s hard to know what to make of the Colombian.

As a result, the papers continue to link The Gunners to fresh options. My feeling on the matter? It’s not an area of priority for Arsene Wenger, but it can’t hurt to add another option to his squad, if the right man is available.

This brings me to The Metro‘s claim that The Gunners are ‘planning to gazump’ (what a lovely turn of phrase) Liverpool to the signing of Fiorentina’s well-regard shot-stopper, Norberto Neto. This deal would have the added benefit of derailing Brendan Rodgers’ efforts in the transfer market, which would be a major plus for Arsenal fans.

What’s more, reports suggest that Neto wouldn’t break the bank. When The Mirror last wrote about the Brazilian, they slapped a £2m price-tag on his forehead. That kind of figure won’t exactly have Arsene Wenger running for the hills. If he is a fan f the 25-year-old then this deal shouldn’t be all that difficult to wrap up.

Given his age, height (he’s 6 foot 3 inches tall) and reputation, this strikes me as a good piece of business for The Gunners. Liverpool may well live to regret this one.

What’s your take? Is Norberto Neto the right man for Arsenal Football Club?

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  • Bill says:

    I was about to write, who writes this shite then realised it had all the hallmarks of a Master Cloke article. What a stupid idiot.

  • Tom says:

    Rubbish, Do some research. Neto has signed for Juventus.

  • Apandi says:

    Hahaha…common man. What kind of reporter you are? Do some research before try to bullshit us. Neto has signed for Juventus. STUPID.

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