Arsenal could replace Danny Welbeck with Genk’s Leandro Trossard according to player’s agent

The agent of Genk’s Leandro Trossard has confirmed Aresnal’s interest in the striker, according to the Express.

There were reports last month that Tottenham were also interested in the 23-year-old, but Josy Comhair, the player’s agent has dismissed Spurs’ interest.

He said: “I contacted representatives from Arsenal and Tottenham. At Spurs, nobody wanted to confirm that Trossard is an option, but Arsenal did.”

Since Danny Welbeck’s ankle injury against Sporting Lisbon in mid-November, there has been reports that the Gunners want to sign a striker as a replacement.

It is still unknown when Welbeck will return for Arsenal.

However, Comhair’s comments suggest that a transfer for his client is more likely to happen next season.

He said: “They told me Leandro has a very interesting profile for them and that they’ve been following him since August.

“They also added it was a good choice to stay at Genk for another year.

“They ended the phone call with ‘They are keeping a close eye on him’.”

The Belgian has been in impressive form for Genk this season, netting 13 goals in 10 appearances.

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