Sentences with phrase «of bolstering their defensive options»
The Gunners look in particular need of bolstering their defensive options after some unconvincing form from Shkodran Mustafi this season, while Per Mertesacker is due to retire at the end of the campaign.
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Despite Antonio Valencia's tremendous start to the season, Mourinho has little full - back options to choose from and so signing 23 - year - old Fabinho — who can also play in a defensive midfield role — would undoubtedly bolster this area and thus the strength of the overall squad.
The Red Devils have been linked with a whole host of other Eredivisie - based players this summer, with another Ajax star in Daley Blind also believed to be one of van Gaal's top targets to come in and bolster his defensive options.
Antonio Conte was desperate to bolster his defensive options over the summer, but he was forced to consider alternatives on a number of occasions and had to wait until deadline day to address the issue.
Norwich, Leeds and Reading are all thought to be keeping tabs on Khizanishvili's situation as they look to bolster their defensive options ahead of next season.
Barca are looking to bolster their defensive options after Carles Puyol retired earlier this summer and they are hopeful of beating United to Vermaelen's signature.
Younes Kaboul and William Gallas are fit and will bolster Spurs» defensive options, however full - back Alan Hutton and centre - back Ledley King are both out of the remainder of the season.
With current Blues captain John Terry's time at the Bridge coming to an end as the 36 - year - old's contract expires at the end of the current season, it is reported that Conte could be looking to lure Sergio Ramos in an attempt to bolster his current defensive options.
According to Sky Sports News, Leicester City have have bolstered their defensive options by spending a fee of # 17m to sign the 24 - year - old central defender, who can also be used at right - back.
Reports suggest that Italian giants Juventus are set to dip into the January transfer window, with Tottenham and Romania defender Vlad Chiriches reported to be on of their prime targets as they look to bolster their defensive options in the New Year.