Arsenal agree deal for Tierney, closing in on Luiz
David Luiz
Arsenalcould bolster their defence significantly in the final 24 hours before the Premier League transfer window closesonThursday with the signings of KieranTierneyand DavidLuiz, according toreports.
Scottish left-backTierneyhas been a target all summer for the Gunners, who have had two bids previously rejected by Celtic.
However,Tierney, who sat out Celtic's 1-1 draw with CFR Cluj in RomaniaonWednesday as he recovers from a hernia operation, is set to travel to London after the clubs finally agreedonthe payment structure of a £25 million move according to widespreadreports.
"I've said the last few days it wouldn't surprise me," Celtic boss Neil Lennon told the BBConthe possibility of losingTierney.
"If he goes, he goes with everyone's best wishes. He's an outstanding talent and a great kid."
Arsenal's long search for centre-back cover could also be resolvedonThursday shouldLuizmove across London from Chelsea.
The 32-year-old did not train with the rest of his Chelsea teammatesonWednesday.
"If we canonthe last day, we will try to sign another centre-back, but one who has the capacity to help us," saidArsenalcoach Unai Emery.
Arsenalconceded 51 goals in the Premier League last season to miss outonChampions League football for a third consecutive season.