Arsenal are closing in on a deal to sign Edmond Tapsoba from Bayer Leverkusen as per a report from Italian publication TuttoMercatoWeb.

The Burkinabe joined the German club in January 2020 and has established himself as one of their first-choice centre-backs.

Primarily known for his speed and strength, the youngster is also an excellent passer.

As per the report, the Gunners were interested in a deal for the 22-year-old, and they are close to securing it.

There is no fee mentioned, but it could take more than £50 million to take him from Leverkusen.

German journalist Patrick Berger of Sport1 issued the following update.

Several UK clubs are interested in Edmond Tapsoba (also #AFC). The 22-year-old has NO release clause in his contract until 2026. Bayer Leverkusen normally don’t want to sell the centre-back this summer as he is one of the key players. A club has to bid €60m to open talks. ⚫️