Arsenal Refuse to Meet Chelsea’s Asking Price for Kai Havertz
Arsenal are reportedly in talks to sign German international Kai Havertz from Chelsea this summer. However, the Gunners are refusing to meet Chelsea’s asking price of £70 million for the midfielder. Havertz has two years left on his contract with Chelsea but is open to leaving Stamford Bridge this summer. The Blues plan to sell Havertz if he does not sign a contract extension, but Arsenal are unwilling to meet his valuation.
Arsenal’s Offer
According to MailOnline, Arsenal would be willing to offer a deal worth £60 million, including add-ons. Meanwhile, the Evening Standard reports that Arsenal would be willing to match Havertz’s £250,000-a-week salary. Chelsea are desperate to sell players before the end of the month so that the funds can be included in their 2022-23 financial accounts. The report also claims that Chelsea would be open to doing business with Arsenal for Havertz, despite suggestions that they could be strengthening a direct rival.
Havertz’s Career
Havertz joined Chelsea in a £71 million deal from Bayer Leverkusen in 2020. The 24-year-old scored the winning goal in the Champions League final in his first season at Stamford Bridge and has 32 goals in 139 appearances for the club.
Conclusion
Arsenal’s refusal to meet Chelsea’s asking price for Kai Havertz could prove to be a stumbling block in their efforts to sign the midfielder this summer. However, with the Gunners reportedly willing to match Havertz’s salary and offer a deal worth £60 million, including add-ons, it remains to be seen whether Chelsea will lower their asking price or if Arsenal will increase their offer. With just two years left on his contract, it seems likely that Havertz will leave Stamford Bridge this summer, but where he will end up remains to be seen.