Arsenal want to close Ben White transfer deal

Arsenal will step up their effort to sign Ben White from Premier League rivals Brighton and Hove Albion in the summer transfer window, according to The Express. It has been repeated that the Gunners want to close the deal to bring the England international defender to the Emirates Stadium as soon as possible.

White himself wants to have his future resolved as soon as possible. Arsenal have offered £45 million to Brighton for the 23-year-old, who can also play as a right-back or in midfield. The Seagulls are holding out for £45 million. The Gunners plan to add bonuses and performance-related add-ons to get a deal done.

The former Leeds United loanee played 36 times in the Premier League for Brighton last season. White also made two appearances in the FA Cup for the Seagulls. The youngster was part of the England squad for the European