Everton have been linked with a move for Ben White for several months, and the Toffees now appear to have activated him as a serious transfer option. The defender is increasingly likely to leave Arsenal in the summer, with the Gunners reportedly considering an upgrade on the injury-prone Englishman.
White remains one of the stronger performers within the Arsenal squad, yet it is widely accepted that every player has a price. According to Football Insider, Everton are prepared to meet that valuation to secure his services. The report indicates that the Merseyside club have been monitoring him for some time and believes he could provide a long-term solution to their issues at right back.
Everton’s Interest in Strengthening Defence
Everton’s interest reflects a broader effort to reinforce their defensive structure ahead of the new season. White’s experience and consistency make him an appealing option, particularly as the club looks to address weaknesses in that area. The report suggests that he is viewed internally as one of the most suitable candidates to fill the role on a long-term basis.
Arsenal’s Position and Potential Replacement Plans
Mikel Arteta has shown loyalty to his trusted players, but there is an understanding that improvements may be required to maintain competitiveness. While White continues to be a dependable figure, he has now fallen behind Jurrien Timber in the current pecking order. This shift could influence Arsenal’s willingness to consider offers.
Although the club recognises that his departure would create a gap within the squad, they are already assessing alternative right-backs as potential replacements. Plans are in place to secure a successor should an agreement be reached with Everton. As a result, a transfer remains a realistic possibility, with both clubs seemingly open to progressing discussions in the coming months.
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Some thinks the Englishman is overrated, but he has served us well with his link up play with Odegaard and Saka.
The former Brighton man seems to get the most out of Saka , when they both starts together
White is a fantastic servant for arsenal, I don’t see him as Timber’s deputy, far from it. I think he is as dangerous at right-back as the other. We got two options which adds to the notion our defense is world-class. Selling this R/B to the toffees is much like giving ammunition to an opponent to cause your own ruin. Seems he enjoys being at the core of the gunners defense – WHY on earth would he want to forfeit that?
We appreciate the toffees interest in Ben, but (respectfully), NO thanks.
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SueP,
You surprise me. 😂😉👍
happy that White should play in the final ( if Timber is not fit )
never let us down , just can’t stay fit which is a shame
@ Dan
Both players are as deserved as each other – be it to play their part in the final or remaining cup or domestic league games.
Any 1 of our 2 L/Bs ought to give us confidence. I can’t doubt the hard-work put in by Ben past or present. I trust him and I continue to rate him.
Big fan of white because I thought his was a strange signing and doubted he would be worth what we paid for him – he won me over quickly. He was solid at CB with Gabriel, and I think he’s an excellent RB – he has a subtle but important influence on our attacking play from that position, that we do miss when he’s not in the team (as much as I like timber, who I do think is significantly better defensively).
I’m not sure what the problems are but seeing mosquera (very good player, but nowhere near as good at RB as white) at times come on at RB when white is available is a bit concerning. Whatever it is, I do hope he can recover and become an important member of the squad again, but I wouldn’t be shocked to see him leave.