Arsenal transfer news as Romeo Lavia’s potential move to the Emirates Stadium could be pursued despite interest from Liverpool and Chelsea.
Arsenal’sinterest in Romeo Lavia could be reignited this summer should Thomas Partey eventually leave the club. The Gunners are one of many clubs tracking the Southampton star following their relegation from the Premier League.
The 19-year-old enjoyed an impressive 2022/23 campaign with the Saints, establishing himself as one of Europe’s best holding midfielders. However, his performances could not prevent Southampton dropping to the Championship to leave his future in limbo.
Various ɾєρօɾτs have suggested that the teenager would cost any suitors close to £50million, despite their relegation.No formal bid has been made yet, but interest has intensified in the following 10 days.
The Gunners have now completed the signing of Declan Rice for a club record fee of £105million, though another central midfielder may be required before the єɴԀ of the summer transfer window.
Granit Xhaka has already left the club for £21.5million to Bayer Leverkusen, but it could be the future of Thomas Partey that determines whether Edu Gaspar pursues a move for Lavia. That’s according to transfer expert Ben Jacobs, who claims Arsenal could enter the race if the Ghanaian leaves.
Interest from Europe and the Middle East has surfaced since the єɴԀ of last season, with a move to Saudi Arabia convincing a number of Premier League players to relocate.football.londonunderstands that only a considerable fee will be enough to see Partey єɴԀ his 2020.
As well as Lavia,football.londonunderstands that the door hasn’t been completely closed on a move for Moises Caicedio. The Gunners were strongly linked with the Brighton star in January, seeing two bids turned down. However, London rivals Chelsea continue to lead the race.
Time will tell who the next signing thɾօυɢҺ the door will be at the Emirates Stadium. The work already completed in the market is arguably the best in England, but Edu and Arteta are showing no signs of resting on their laurels.