Riyad Mahrez has been constantly linked with a move away from Leicester City, and Arsenal are serious contenders to sign the Algerian winger with reports this weekend claiming that the deal is done and will be announced soon.

Mahrez had a bit of a disappointing season after his marvellous title winning 2015/16 but Leicester City’s whole squad didn’t quite live up to expectations over the past 12 months.

The 26-year-old was still one of their best players, making 48 appearances over four different competitions, putting in some strong performances, scoring on 10 and assisting on seven occasions.

The Algerian international was a true revelation in England and the winger, who arrived at Leicester for €500k from Le Havre, has proven his worth and repaid every penny invested.

So what are his strengths, style, weaknesses and could he improve at Arsenal?

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Can he improve Arsenal?

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Riyad Mahrez is still the player that won the PFA Player of the Year award and has plenty of natural talent along with skills and abilities that made him a target for some of the best clubs in Europe.

Arsenal haven’t been in a comfortable position with their right wing options and the performances of Theo Walcott and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain have often been underwhelming and lacking the conviction that they are still the right players for the club. Mahrez looks like a potential upgrade in that position.

The 26-year-old Algerian has the much needed experience of playing in the Premier League and put in very good performances in the Champions League.

He has proven his worth.

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