Arsenal handed fresh Aaron Hickey transfer hope after Brentford boss issues refusal

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Arsenal have been given renewed hope of sealing a deal for Bologna starlet Aaron Hickey with Brentford boss Thomas Frank refusing to comment on a transfer.

The Gunners have been linked with the young Scot for some time, with reports earlier this summer claiming that they were close to sealing a deal for the defender. However, Premier League rivals Brentford appear to have edged ahead in the race with rumours over a move to West London.

It has been suggested that the Bees have agreed a £14m fee with the Serie A club regarding a switch with the hope that Hickey will fly to the UK to undergo a medical and put the final touches on a switch next week.

Despite a deal appearing to be imminent, Brentford boss Frank has remained tight-lipped on Hickey’s potential arrival but did signal his excitement at discussing the player’s potential as of when he officially puts pen to paper.

Speaking to Sky Sports at the British Grand Prix with a wry smile, he said: “You know there’s a lot of rumours out there. I love speaking about players, especially my players. So if he signs, I would love to speak about him [Hickey].”

Hickey has certainly caught the eye over the past year with his performances for Bologna. Capable of playing on both flanks, the 20-year-old full-back arrived from