Soyuncu to join Arsenal after Bayern Munich snub, claims Altinordu president

The Gunners look set to sign another young defender, with the Turkish centre-back closing in on a summer transfer to the Premier League

defender Caglar Soyuncu is set to sign for Arsenal ahead of , Altinordu president Seyit Mehmet Ozkan has claimed.

The 21-year-old centre-back has impressed in the this season, having moved to from the Turkish second-tier side in 2016 for a fee of €2.65 million.

Now, however, he is poised to make the big time, with Arsenal set to complete a swoop for the youngster.

“Caglar Soyuncu set to join Arsenal,” Ozkan confirmed at the International Football Economic Forum.

“Arsenal demanded his youth information from us. We'll earn from him, if he joins Arsenal. Bayern Munich wants him too, but he's on the way to the Premier League.”

Soyuncu, whose ability on the ball has been particularly praised, has played 25 times in the Bundesliga so far this season, scoring one goal.

Arsenal, meanwhile, seem content to sign him despite the forthcoming departure of manager Arsene Wenger, who will stand down in the summer.

Their search for a new boss is ongoing, while the team tries to ensure a place in the next season by winning the . To that end, they must overcome on Thursday, having drawn the first leg 1-1 at the Emirates Stadium.