Youri Tielemans to Arsenal transfer: Belgian breaks silence, 'priority' signing, Rodgers claim

Leicester City midfielder Youri Tielemans is once again being linked with a move to Arsenal as Mikel Arteta looks to bolster his options in the middle of the park.

Granit Xhaka and Thomas Partey impressed in patches last season, whilst Mohamed Elneny also stepped up when called upon towards the end of the campaign. However, there was little depth, and with the demands of European football on the horizon, some increased competition at the Emirates would be healthy. That is where the Belgian ace comes in.

Tielemans has been a pivotal part of Leicester's success under Brendan Rodgers, but it appears the end could be on the horizon for him. With that in mind,takes a look at the latest news on his possible move to Arsenal.

Tielemans has admitted that leaving Leicester City this summer isn't out of the question. When asked if he could leave the King Power this summer, the talented playmaker said, via The Daily Mail: "That is not out of the question. I feel very good at Leicester, I was welcomed with open arms from day one.

"I give everything for the club until the last day. But of course you have to listen to other opportunities, you have to look at your career, and sometimes you have to make choices.

"Maybe one will come my way."

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Darren Bent believes that the Belgian midfielder is perfectly made for Arsenal. Reports suggest he could be available for only £25million this summer with just a year remaining on his contract.

"If he was to leave, I would like him to come to Arsenal. I really like him, Youri Tielemans," Bent told talkSPORT, as cited by the Mirror.

"I think he is a very good player. He starts in that Belgium team as well. He has got good quality to him. I think he fits in at Arsenal nicely, I