Arsenal has reportedly made the decision to part ways with striker Eddie Nketiah, contingent on receiving a desired transfer fee of €50 million, according to information from Fichajes.
The Gunners are open to facilitating Nketiah’s departure as he doesn’t hold a prominent role in manager Mikel Arteta’s plans.
The valuation set for the 24-year-old forward is €50 million.
Since joining the first-team squad in 2019, Nketiah has experienced a swift rise through Arsenal’s ranks.
Despite often serving as a substitute, he has accumulated 163 appearances for the club, contributing 38 goals and 10 assists.
Despite his valuable contributions as a squad player, Nketiah’s future at Arsenal is uncertain due to Arteta not considering him a key figure in his plans, raising doubts about him becoming the club’s primary striker.
Arsenal actively seeks a top-quality striker, emphasizing the need for a new number nine.
The decision to offload Nketiah aligns with Arsenal’s strategy to capitalize on the sale and reinvest the funds to align with Arteta’s vision for the squad.
As an academy graduate, any transfer fee generated from Nketiah’s sale would directly contribute to the club’s profit, aligning with their commitment to Financial Fair Play regulations and providing financial resources for potential new signings.
While a fee of £30 million plus add-ons seems reasonable, alternative options such as a swap deal or a loan move to the French league have been suggested.
A change of scenery may potentially rejuvenate Nketiah’s form, allowing him to rediscover the goal-scoring prowess he exhibited earlier in his career.
Addressing concerns about his tendency to drop deep, a return to his instinctive “fox in the box” style of play could boost his confidence in a new environment.
