Arsenal is racing against Manchester City to kidnap the Crystal Palace player

Press reports said that Arsenal had agreed to sign a midfielder from the English Premier League next January, in a deal that would deprive Manchester City of a potential replacement for Rodri.

Previous press reports had stated that Manchester City had identified Crystal Palace star Adam Wharton as a suitable replacement for Rodri, after the team had suffered since his absence due to injury.

Man City lost in five matches from the last 6 matches in all competitions, and it also squandered a three-goal lead against Feyenoord in the last match, which ended in a draw.

According to what was reported by the “TEAMtalk” website, Arsenal have agreed to sign Crystal Palace player Adam Wharton next January. The website also confirmed that some conversations have already taken place regarding Wharton's possible move to the Emirates.