The midfielder, despite having had a lot of game time last season, is having less and less appearances and seems to be on the exit ramp if a good offer surfaces.
His market value is around 40 million euros, a figure that could give the Gunners plenty of room for manoeuvre in future transfer windows, something key to improving the squad.
The first opportunity will be in winter, but the summer of 2020 is another time that could see him leave. 'SportsMediaset' states that the main candidate to sign him is Napoli, who are now coached by Gattuso.
He has experience in Italy, in fact, he was formed at the hands of Pescara before going to Sampdoria. His experience could be a vital key in him adapting at Napoli.