Cedric Soares could prove to be a shrewd piece of transfer business for Arsenal, says Martin Keown.
The Gunners have moved to take the Portugal international full-back on a short-term loan from Premier League rivals Southampton.
With the 28-year-old due to become a free agent in the summer, it could be that his time at Emirates Stadium is extended.
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The option is there for Arsenal to agree a four-year contract with a man who arrived in English football back in 2015.
Keown expects Cedric to stake a serious claim for permanent terms, with the Euro 2016 winner offering useful depth to Mikel Arteta’s squad.