{"id":49940,"date":"2026-07-10T03:41:18","date_gmt":"2026-07-10T07:41:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/07\/10\/source-arsenal-want-versatile-right-back-but-interest-in-iraola-poses-major-threat\/"},"modified":"2026-07-10T03:41:18","modified_gmt":"2026-07-10T07:41:18","slug":"source-arsenal-want-versatile-right-back-but-interest-in-iraola-poses-major-threat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/07\/10\/source-arsenal-want-versatile-right-back-but-interest-in-iraola-poses-major-threat\/","title":{"rendered":"Source: Arsenal want versatile right-back, but interest in Iraola poses major threat"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/07\/10\/source-arsenal-want-versatile-right-back-but-interest-in-iraola-poses-major-threat\/#Arsenal_aim_to_upgrade_flexible_defense\" >Arsenal aim to upgrade flexible defense<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/07\/10\/source-arsenal-want-versatile-right-back-but-interest-in-iraola-poses-major-threat\/#E25m_deal_could_be_attractive_for_Gunners\" >\u20ac25m deal could be attractive for Gunners<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div id=\"article-body\">\n<!-- Article Start --><\/p>\n<p><strong>Arsenal and Liverpool could head into a direct transfer battle, with both clubs looking for more depth on the right side of defence.<br \/><\/strong><br \/>Although the two Premier League rivals have different immediate needs, they seem to agree on the value of signing a defender who can comfortably play multiple positions.<\/p>\n<p>For Arsenal, the move will provide more competition and protection during another tough season across domestic and European competitions.<\/p>\n<div id=\"message-list_1779082922.637049\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" aria-labelledby=\"primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-sender primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-message_text primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-alt_text primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-date_time primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-reaction_count primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-reply_count primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-link_count primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-attachment_count primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-has_draft_reply primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-pinned_state primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-edited_state primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-later_state primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-broadcast_state primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-broadcast_thread_root_message primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-translated_state\" style=\"clear:left;\">\n<div>\n<div aria-roledescription=\"message\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div><b>Download the official CaughtOffSide app to get all the latest news and updates straight to your phone. above <\/b><b><u><span draggable=\"true\">apple<\/span><\/u><\/b><b>    &#038; <\/b><b><u><span draggable=\"true\">Google play<\/span><\/u><\/b><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Meanwhile, Liverpool are entering a new era under manager Andoni Iraola and need players who can adapt to different tactical structures.<\/p>\n<p>The deal, reported to be worth around \u20ac25 million, could be one of the most affordable deals available to England&#8217;s leading clubs.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Arsenal_aim_to_upgrade_flexible_defense\"><\/span>Arsenal aim to upgrade flexible defense<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This was revealed by a person close to the agent industry. <em><strong>catch off side<\/strong> <\/em>Arsenal have reportedly shortlisted Lutsharel Hertruida for the right-back position, with the club&#8217;s board attracted by his versatility and experience.<\/p>\n<p>Liverpool are also said to be keeping an eye on the Dutch international, as Iraola look for a modern full-back who can contribute in possession and provide defensive flexibility.<\/p>\n<p>Liverpool&#8217;s interest has been mentioned elsewhere, with Football365 reporting in June that the Reds were &#8220;very interested&#8221; in the RB Leipzig defender after his agent held talks with club officials.<\/p>\n<p>However, no formal bid has been confirmed yet.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"E25m_deal_could_be_attractive_for_Gunners\"><\/span>\u20ac25m deal could be attractive for Gunners<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Hertruida spent the 2025\/26 season on loan at Sunderland, gaining valuable experience of the intensity of the Premier League.<\/p>\n<p>Bundesliga.com highlights his ability to play at right-back, centre-back and defensive midfield, and also notes that he made 35 appearances for Leipzig in the 2024\/25 season.<\/p>\n<p>Arsenal should seriously consider this opportunity. Gertruida doesn&#8217;t necessarily emerge as an automatic starter, but his versatility can make him very useful during long campaigns.<\/p>\n<p>The prices also seem reasonable compared to the high prices being demanded elsewhere. Arsenal need reliable squad options that can keep the squad level in the event of injury or the need for rotation.<\/p>\n<p>However, Liverpool could offer him a clearer path to regular football.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Transfer done: Arsenal nearing first major investment of the summer transfer window<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><!-- Article End -->\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Arsenal and Liverpool could head into a direct transfer battle, with both clubs looking for more depth on the right side of defence.Although the two Premier League rivals have different immediate needs, they seem to agree on the value of signing a defender who can comfortably play multiple positions. 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