Surprisingly, it is not the once leaky defence which has been the issue this season. (therepublikofmancunia.com)
Arsenal are also interested in the Englishman as they look to bolster their defensive options and improve what has been a rather leaky defence so far this season. (freshspurs.com)
The Frenchman's partnership with the man likely to lead the side out in Rome, Kolo Toure, has seen a previously leaky defence concede just one goals in the past eight games. (arsenalfcblog.com)