Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal have been given a green light in their pursuit of Castello Lukeba. RB Leipzig are reportedly ready to accept a fee lower than the release clause for the France international, placing the Gunners in pole position to secure his signature this summer.

Arsenal are reportedly laying the groundwork for a move to sign RB Leipzig’s rising star Castello Lukeba. Mikel Arteta’s recruitment team has already begun monitoring the French international as they look to bolster their defensive options for the upcoming window.