Eddie Nketiah could be staying at Arsenal as Marseille are unable to make a deal. The 25-year-old has been a good player off-the-bench. The Gunners are keen to sell him. They are currently planning to bring-in a world-class striker. They have already made David Raya deal permanent. Riccardo Calafiori has also joined from Bologna. As of now, they are on course to sign Mikel Merino. At the same time, Juventus winger Federico Chiesa is on their radar. Arteta now wants a top striker up-front. Victor Osimhen is a top target for them. They are also in the race for Viktor Gyokeres. As a result, we may see the 25-year-old man out on his way of the Emirates.
The Gunners had a mixed 23/24 season. They were great in the Premier League. But, Man City beat them to the title in the final few days. They also did good in Europe upon their return to the UCL. Bayern Munich would knock them out in the quarter finals. Despite having a good and young squad, they were unable to win any major trophies. At the end, they were only able to win the FA Community Shield. Arteta is keen to hunt for big trophies now. He wants a quality side at his disposal. He wants a top striker. As a result, we may see Eddie Nketiah leaving Arsenal for a good deal.
Eddie Nketiah: A wanted man
Marseille are keen to sign Eddie Nketiah. New manager Roberto De Zerbi is keen to build his squad. They consider the 25-year-old as a good player. At the same time, the striker will also enjoy regular playtime for the Ligue 1 side. Initially, the French side made a £20 million+ offer to Arsenal for the deal. But, the Gunners did not accept their offer. They want €35 million for the forward. They do not plan to sell him for anything less.
Eddie Nketiah began his youth career in London. He joined the Chelsea academy in 2008. Later, he would join the red side of London in 2015. He would soon get promoted to the first-team in 2017. As per en.wikipedia.org, he has made 188 appearances at the club level. He has been good in front of goal. At the same time, he has helped Gunners time and time again coming off-the-bench. As per transfermarkt.co.in, he has 108 G/A in his club career. He is still young and could become a top player with the right training.
Arsenal ready to collapse Marseille deal
Arsenal have made it clear that they won’t accept anything less than £50 million for Eddie Nketiah deal. They strongly feel that their price tag is justified. As a result, they will be more than happy to keep him if their demands are not met. Marseille, on the other hand, have made a second offer for him. But, they are also preparing for the possibility that things might not go their way. So, as per hitc.com, they will target Borussia Dortmund forward in that case. The French side will be moving in for Youssoufa Moukoko.
The Gunners remain in search of a quality striker. Gabriel Jesus is injury prone. Kai Havertz has been good in front of goal. But, the German is not consistent enough. Eddie Nketiah is still young and yet to prove himself. They want a new man for the job. As a result, the 25-year-old Englishman may not be in their plans. We think that there is a big chance that he stays at the Emirates. But, it will be interesting to see how his stay affects Arteta’s search for a new striker. Perhaps, loaning him will be a better option if they don’t want to sell him for less. This way, he will also be in touch and could be sold for a higher price next season if he does well.
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