Heading: Arsenal set £35m price tag for Folarin Balogun
Arsenal have reportedly priced Folarin Balogun at £35million after his impressive season on loan at Reims. The 21-year-old striker has caught the attention of several clubs in Europe, including Premier League clubs, following news that he wants to leave the Gunners. Balogun is said to be desperate for first-team football and does not want to go out on loan again.
Heading: Crystal Palace keen on Balogun but cannot afford £35m price tag
According to The Sun, Crystal Palace are keen on signing Balogun but cannot afford to pay the £35m asking price. There are also several unnamed Premier League clubs that are keeping tabs on the striker. AC Milan and Inter Milan are also said to be interested in the United States international, who recently switched allegiance to the USA in May.
Heading: Balogun scored 21 times in Ligue 1 last season
Balogun had a sensational year last season on loan to Reims, where he scored 21 times in Ligue 1 – the fourth most in the division. His impressive performances have led to interest from several clubs, with Arsenal now ready to sell him for a steep fee.
Heading: Balogun rules out loan move
While on international duty with the United States, Balogun gave an update on his future, saying that he definitely won’t go on loan again. He added that he is not sure what discussions will take place but is committed to staying present.
Heading: Arsenal readying for life without Balogun
Arsenal are already preparing for life without Balogun and have agreed a £65m fee for Kai Havertz from Chelsea, who will compete with Gabriel Jesus up top. Eddie Nketiah also remains at the Emirates and is expected to fill in as a squad member. This leaves no space for Balogun, who is keen on being the main man at another club.
Heading: Balogun scores in second appearance for United States
Balogun has not done his chances any harm after taking to international football so quickly. In just his second appearance for the United States, he scored in a 2-0 win over Canada that saw them lift the CONCACAF Nations League trophy.
In conclusion, Folarin Balogun’s impressive performances on loan at Reims have led to interest from several clubs, including Premier League clubs and AC Milan and Inter Milan. However, Arsenal have priced him at £35m, which may price out some potential suitors. Balogun is keen on being the main man at another club and has ruled out going on loan again. Arsenal are already preparing for life without him and have agreed a £65m fee for Kai Havertz from Chelsea.