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Arsenal transfer news: Hull’s Josh Tymon subject to transfer tug of war between Everton and Gunners

Defensive starlet has impressed both Premier League clubs as he readies himself for top-flight debut against Watford

ARSENE WENGER and Ronald Koeman are both readying themselves for a January tug of war over Hull starlet Josh Tymon, according to reports.

The Arsenal and Everton bosses are both admirers of the defensive starlet, 17, and will make their move in the next window.

Josh Tymon will reportedly be subject to a January tug of war between Arsenal and Everton
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Josh Tymon has emerged as a top target for Arsenal and Everton in JanuaryCredit: Getty Images
The Hull defender has impressed and is even set for a Premier League debut at 17
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The Hull defender has impressed and is even set for a Premier League debut at 17Credit: Getty Images

Both clubs have targeted Tymon after tracking the Hull native's progress with the Tigers' development squad this season, reports the .


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And both Wenger and Koeman sent scouts to watch Tymon in Hull's EFL Cup 2-1 win over Bristol City on Tuesday.

The teenager impressed during the Ashton Park clash after being sent on as a sub for left-back Andy Robertson, who came off with a calf injury.

We revealed Tymon - who earns just £160 a week - is now set for a Premier League debut against Watford on Saturday following Robertson's KO.

The Tigers are desperate to hold on to Tymon, who is yet to sign a contract extension at the KCom Stadium.

But Arsenal and Everton view Tymon as the next big thing and are reportedly ready to break the bank in order to sign him.

Arsene Wenger is believed to be keen on signing Hull defender Josh Tymon in January
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Arsene Wenger is believed to be keen on signing Hull's Josh Tymon in JanuaryCredit: Getty Images
Ronald Koeman will rival Arsene Wenger for Josh Tymon's signature
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Ronald Koeman will rival Arsene Wenger for Josh Tymon's signatureCredit: Getty Images
Josh Tymon was forced to step in for the injured Andy Robertson and was up to the task
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Hull youngster Josh Tymon was forced to step in for the injured Andy Robertson against Bristol City in the EFL Cup and was more than up to the taskCredit: Reuters
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