Arsenal have placed West Ham United right‑back Aaron Wan‑Bissaka on their transfer target list, signalling a fresh push for a proven Premier League defender as the Gunners sit 1st in the league with 85 points (26W‑7D‑5L) and a recent 3‑2‑0 run.

Who is Aaron Wan‑Bissaka?

The 28‑year‑old DR Congo‑born England international joined West Ham from Manchester United in 2021. Though his United spell was mixed, he accumulated over 150 Premier League appearances, earning a reputation for tenacious defending and reliable crossing. Wan‑Bissaka helped the Hammers to a solid mid‑table finish last season and remains a regular starter despite West Ham’s recent relegation to the Championship.

Why Arsenal target him now?

Ben White’s injury record and his slip behind Jurrien Timber have left a gap at right‑back. Arsenal need a player who can adapt quickly to Mikel Arteta’s high‑press system, and Wan‑Bissaka’s experience against top‑flight attackers fits that bill. TEAMtalk notes that his contract runs to 2031, yet a move to a club still in the Premier League could tempt him away from a second‑tier future.

How could the deal work?

West Ham’s relegation may lower their asking price, but a 2031 contract complicates negotiations. Arsenal could structure a deal with performance‑related add‑ons, or consider a loan with an option to buy, mirroring recent market trends. Other names on Arsenal’s radar include Tino Livramento and Ivan Fresneda, but Wan‑Bissaka offers immediate Premier League readiness.

What does this mean for Arsenal’s season?

If the Gunners secure Wan‑Bissaka, they would reinforce a defence that has already kept 27 goals against while scoring 71 this campaign—a +44 goal difference that underpins their 7‑point lead over Manchester City. Adding a reliable right‑back could preserve the unbeaten run of the last five matches (DDWWW) and keep Arsenal on track for a historic title defence. Fans will be watching closely as the summer window unfolds.