The 17-year-old wonderkid has already captained the Dutch giants twice this season.

Arsenal are plotting a move for Ajax defender Jorrel Hato

It’s believed that Mikel Arteta is eager to add more defensive options to his roster through transfers.

Due to a knee injury, summer signing Jurrien Timber is anticipated to be sidelined until at least April.

In the meantime, Takehiro Tomiyasu is currently playing for his country at the Asian Cup, and Alexander Zinchenko is currently sidelined due to injury.

The Telegraph reports that the Gunners have now recognized Hato as a possible target.

Arsenal is drawn to the teenager’s versatility since he can play left back but is primarily employed in center defense.

The article also states that Hato’s summer transfer is being evaluated as an alternative to a January one.

Despite Ajax’s disappointing season, Hato has been an outstanding performance for the 36-time Dutch champions.

Before turning eighteen, he made forty appearances for the first team. This semester, he has also worn the captain’s armband several times.

In November, he was also given his senior international debut by Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman.

Ivan Toney of Brentford is still being closely linked to Arsenal, among other teams.

When looking for a new striker, Arteta has identified the forward as his top objective.

Thomas Frank, the manager of Brentford, is still committed to holding onto their player this month.