The Italian international is likely to figure in Italy's Euro 2008 squad so a deal may have to wait a while to be done unless Arsenal can push through a deal before the competition starts in two weeks. The 23-year old is likely to cost Arsenal at least £15 million.
Arsene Wenger apparently sees Aquilani as a perfect replacement for the the exit bound Alexander Hleb. I personally think Aquilani would be a terrific addition to an Arsenal squad that definitely needs improving to challenge for the title next year. Aquilani is a terrific passer of the ball and he could provide terrific ammunition for Emmanuel Adebayor.
