Mikel Arteta wants to see Neves at Arsenal

Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta is pushing the club's management to sign Al Hilal midfielder Ruben Neves, Sport reports.

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According to the source, the Reds and Whites are expected to strengthen their midfield in the January transfer window following the injury to Thomas Parti, who is out until at least the beginning of next year. Gunners coach Mikel Arteta is persuading the club's bosses to buy Al Hilal midfielder Ruben Neves. It is also reported that Newcastle are interested in the Portuguese's services.