William Saliba and Jurrien Timber's injuries have seriously derailed Arsenal's plans.Although they may not have initially planned to pursue a defender, the Gunners seem forced to make a move and look for an alternative, as it remains unclear when the Frenchman and the Dutchman will return to the pitch. It won't happen any time soon, that's for sure.Galata: Martinelli? Arsenal: Osimhen?Therefore, Arsenal's sporting director Andrea Berta and his associates had to roll up their sleeves and get to work, and a potential target has emerged.According to Sky Sports, it's none other than the former Liverpool academy product, Jarell Quansah!BREAKING: Arsenal are in talks with Bayer Leverkusen over a possible deal for England defender Jarell Quansah 🚨 pic.twitter.com/CCP15iUbSH— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) August 14, 2026 The versatile defender, who can cover both center-back and right-back equally well, came through the Reds' academy, spending 17 years at Anfield (two with the first team). In July 2025, he was sold to Bayer Leverkusen for €35 million and could now return to the Premier League, but in a shirt of his ex-club's fierce rivals.Nevertheless, the Reds still have a say, as they hold the buy-back clause, meaning they can match any offer from Arsenal and re-sign the player themselves, though it's clear that whoever decides to purchase Quansah won't get him on the cheap.Outshining Van Dijk to forced exit: Bureaucracy costs Liverpool their wonderkidIn hindsight, the 23-year-old made a difficult decision, but an outstanding career move when he left Anfield.In two seasons with Liverpool, he made 58 appearances and scored three goals, while his first campaign at BayArena saw him play 44 matches and net five goals. It seems he has carved out a place for himself, finding stability and consistency.##NAJAVA_MECA_9895135##After all, Quansah earned his maiden call-up to the England national team as a Leverkusen player last November. Thomas Tuchel included him in the Three Lions' 26-man World Cup squad, and the defender featured in three games.He undoubtedly enjoys his time in Germany, but surely can't remain indifferent to a call from his homeland. The only question is whether he is ready to turn his back on his boyhood club…
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