Jack Hinshelwood is attracting attention from several of England’s biggest clubs, but any move would require Arsenal to stump up a lot of cash.
Jack Hinshelwood has emerged as another name on Arsenal’s transfer radar, but the reported interest appears to be at an exploratory stage rather than anything more than that.
Reports claim the Gunners have made contact with the Brighton midfielder’s representatives, with a formal move still under consideration rather than already underway.
The 21-year-old Brighton academy graduate is said to be attracting interest from Arsenal, with Manchester United also linked and Manchester City reported to be monitoring developments.
At present, there is no confirmed approach to Brighton & Hove Albion, nor any indication that negotiations have begun between the clubs.
Brighton are reported to value Hinshelwood at around £50 million, although figures have varied between roughly £43 million and £51 million.
From Arsenal’s perspective, Hinshelwood fits a profile Mikel Arteta has consistently valued.
Comfortable in attacking midfield, central midfield, defensive midfield and at full-back, the England Under-21 international offers versatility across multiple positions.
He made 27 Premier League appearances last season, scoring four goals, with four assists, with 11 in attacking midfield, 10 in defensive midfield, four in central midfield and two at right-back.
His ability to cover both midfield and the right side of defence could be particularly attractive while Arsenal continue to manage injuries at the back and reshape their midfield following the arrival of Bruno Guimaraes.
Brighton, however, are under little pressure to sell a homegrown player, while a fee in the region of £50 million would represent a substantial investment for someone who would initially appear to strengthen squad depth rather than walk straight into Arsenal’s starting XI.
Arsenal also continue to explore defensive reinforcements, with Jarell Quansah among the reported targets.
Jack is the son of former Brighton player Adam Hinshelwood.
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