EXCLUSIVE: Tierney targeted by Arsenal’s Premier League rivals

Steve Kay

Updated: 12 Jun 2024 15:29 CDT
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Kieran Tierney, Arsenal, 2023/24 — © IMAGO

Fulham are ready to move for Arsenal’s Kieran Tierney as they brace themselves for losing USMNT star Antonee Robinson this summer, sources have indicated to FootballTransfers.

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Sources indicate that Fulham are open to letting Robinson leave if a suitable offer is made.

Manchester United and Liverpool are showing serious interest in the 27-year-old. Both clubs are expected to bring in a new left-back for the upcoming Premier League season.

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Kieran Tierney

D (CL), M (L)

Real Sociedad

Kieran Tierney

D (CL), M (L)

Real Sociedad

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Robinson, who was Fulham’s Player of the Season, appeared in 37 matches for the Premier League side, starting every single one, while notching six assists in the competition as well.

One of the players under close consideration is Arsenal defender Kieran Tierney, who is currently with Scotland at Euro 2024.

The Cottagers came close to signing the Scot when he was at Celtic. He was scouted at the time by former Arsenal player Brian Talbot, who is still working for the South London club.

Celtic are also interested in taking Tierney back to Parkhead, but sources indicate they are unlikely to be able to afford him.

Arsenal target £15m fee for Tierney

He remains under contract with Arsenal until 2026 and the Gunners are said to be looking for around €17.8 million (£15m) for the versatile defender, who primarily plays as a left-back but can also play in a central defensive three or even on the right.

The 27-year-old, who has played 124 times for the Gunners, fell out of favour at the Emirates and was loaned to Real Sociedad at the start of last season.

Tierney made 26 appearances for the LaLiga club across all competitions but was troubled by injury problems during this spell – an issue that has plagued him throughout his career.

He has already announced his intention to play elsewhere next season.

Sociedad had an option to buy the Scotland international included in the deal but opted not to exercise it.

If Fulham were to land Tierney around the €18m mark, that would constitute a bargain given the Arsenal man has an Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) of €20.7m.