The Gunners completed the signing of Alexis Sanchez from Barcelona, who was their first signing of the summer transfer window. The North London club’s manager Arsene Wenger wants to add more players to strengthen his side to challenge for the title next season.
Khedira was sidelined for most part of the last season due to an injury and returned to action in the final stages of the campaign. He started during Real Madrid’s victory over Atletico Madrid in the Champions League final.
Despite his injury last season, the 27-year-old midfielder was fit enough to make it to the Germany squad for the 2014 FIFA World Cup. Khedira’s starring performance in his side’s midfield has Joachim Low’s side make it to the finals of the tournament, after eliminating Brazil.
Khedira has one year left on his contract and has rejected a chance to sign a new deal. With his stellar performance in the World Cup, Rea could allow the German international leave the Spanish capital club for a fee around £20m.
Any hope for Arsenal in signing Khedira could see them face competition from Chelsea. The German star has played under the Blues manager Jose Mourinho, while the two were at Santiago Bernabéu.
The Portuguese tactician is keen on beating the Gunners in sealing a deal for Khedira. However, Wenger would be hopeful that German international Mesut Ozil and Per Mertesacker could convince their compatriot to join them at the Emirates.
Written by Steve Milne
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