Arsenal keen on signing RB Leipzig star Antonio Nusa

Arsenal are showing serious interest in signing RB Leipzig winger Antonio Nusa, according to German outlet BILD.

Despite the enormous talent that has put him in the spotlight since his time with Club Brugge, Nusa’s goal output has remained under scrutiny, as he has struggled to score more than five goals.

However, he is on course for his personal best individual season with six goals and eight assists across all competitions for Martín Demichelis’ side. More impressively, since the 4-1 UEFA Champions League defeat to Real Madrid, the 21-year-old has provided at least a goal or an assist in all of his next five games in all competitions, including a goal against Manchester City.

In his 73 minutes against the Cityzens, he was a constant attacking threat down the left, taking two shots on target and creating four chances. He also made three passes into the final third and four line-breaking passes.

He was even more threatening during Leipzig’s transitions and fast breaks, covering 34.1 km/h in the game before being taken off for Rocco Reitz.

After showing his qualities against a tough Premier League opponent, it’s no surprise several Premier League clubs are now showing interest in signing him.

This is according to BILD, which claims Arsenal are keen to sign the Norwegian international winger from Leipzig.

‘Extraordinary’ attacker

The Gunners boss Mikel Arteta admires the youngster’s dynamism, athleticism and tactical discipline, and the club are now plotting a swoop to sign him, as per the report.

It appears Arsenal are already stepping up their efforts to sign Nusa, as the German outlet adds that the London club’s hierarchy were at Red Bull Arena earlier this month to watch Nusa in action during Leipzig’s clash with City.

Despite the Gunners’ keen interest, a departure in January has been ruled out unless the club submits a significant offer for the 21-year-old, who has a price tag around £66m, BILD adds.

However, Arsenal are set to face a fierce battle from Premier League rivals including Liverpool, Tottenham Hotspur, Newcastle United, Aston Villa, and Crystal Palace in the race to sign the Norwegian international, according to the report.

This season, aside from Leipzig’s talisman, Nusa, described as ‘extraordinary’ by Erling Haaland, leads the Bundesliga chart for the most assists with seven in nine games.

His 23 successful dribbles are also the second most in Germany this season, with only his teammate Brahan Gruda recording more with 36.

Adding a player with Nusa’s qualities to Arteta’s attack would be ideal, but whether Leipzig would sanction his departure, especially with a concrete offer, remains to be seen.