It is being reported this afternoon that Serge Aurier of Toulouse and the Ivory Coast has agreed personal terms to join Arsenal.  This is being reported in French newspaper L’Equipe.

It is further understood that Arsenal have submitted an £8 million bid for the young defender and are waiting to hear back from Toulouse, Arsenal are hoping this deal can be done quickly.

Reports are saying Aurier will pen a 5 year contract worth £60,000 a week.

Aurier would be the perfect replacement for Sagna as he has a great attacking instinct and has a good final delivery but does possess defensive qualities.

Aurier is having a great world cup which means £8 million may turn out to be a bargain if they sign him.

It is well known that Arsenal have been chasing Aurier but all we need to do now is tie up the deal in case somebody tries to hijack the deal.

If they can get the deal over the line this will be one position which is filled which means we can move on to try and get other deals done.

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