Arsenal are ready to make an opening offer for Everton midfielder James McCarthy. The Mail on Sunday says Arsenal are willing to open the bidding for McCarthy at £16million.
The Republic of Ireland international has been pinpointed by Arsene Wenger and his coaching staff as a player who is ready made for their team and who will provide the defensive discipline they are lacking.
McCarthy only joined Everton from Wigan last year in a £13m deal and has continually caught the eye with the way he has marshalled their midfield alongside Gareth Barry and maintained a high level of consistency.
