Omar Rekik: What could the talented teenager bring to the club?
Omar Rekik: What could the talented teenager bring to the club? By Peter White The turn of the New Year signalled the opening of the hotly-anticipated January transfer window, with a hive of activity expected at Emirates Stadium over the coming weeks. Arsenal - currently languishing in mid-table in the Premier League - could benefit hugely from a shake-up in the ranks, with the likes of Isco and Odsonne Edouard tipped to come in and boost the Gunners’ prospects. While a number of outgoings are also expected, it seems that the first arrival this month will be somewhat less high-profile, with long-time target Omar Rekik rumoured to be close to sealing a permanent switch to the 14-time FA Cup winners. The 19-year-old Hertha Berlin defender was expected to sign in the summer only for time restraints to halt proceedings, but with a deal of around €600,000 reportedly agreed it would appear that boss Mikel Arteta finally has his man. Though Rekik...