Mikel Arteta is afraid of loosing Key-Player to PSG as President Nasser Al-Khelaifi plan £120m offer that Arsenal board can’t reject.
This post has been viewed 16 times.
In a potential blockbuster transfer, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) is reportedly preparing a mammoth €120 million offer to secure the services of Arsenal’s rising star, Bukayo Saka.
According to Fichajes.net, the Ligue 1 giants have set their sights on the talented English winger as part of their ambitious plans to revamp their frontline.
Saka has rapidly established himself as a pivotal player for both Arsenal and the England national team since his early breakthrough into the first team.
His contributions have been instrumental in Arsenal’s impressive season under the guidance of Mikel Arteta, as the Gunners find themselves in the midst of the Premier League title race.
At just 21 years of age, Saka has displayed remarkable technical ability as a right winger, showcasing his versatility and creativity on the pitch. With 14 goals and 11 assists in 43 appearances across various competitions this season, his impact has been significant.
Having already made 174 appearances for Arsenal and earned 26 caps for England’s senior team, his potential and talent have not gone unnoticed.
The reported interest from PSG stems from concerns regarding the futures of their star attacking trio: Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and Neymar.
Messi’s contract is set to expire at the end of the season, and his departure from the Parc des Princes seems increasingly likely, with speculations linking him to a possible return to Barcelona.
Mbappe’s situation remains uncertain, with persistent rumors surrounding his future at the club. Meanwhile, PSG may consider parting ways with Neymar due to his recurring injury problems.
Although Arsenal currently have no intentions of allowing their prized asset to leave, a €120 million bid could prove too tempting to reject.
🚨#PSG are interested in singing Bukayo Saka for a fee of around £106m.👀 pic.twitter.com/Ey4hBsdgGB
— Y.N.O.T (@tony77y) April 30, 2023
Should the Gunners decide to sanction Saka’s departure, it would mark the most significant departure from the Emirates Stadium to date, surpassing the £40 million transfer of Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain to Liverpool.
As the transfer saga unfolds, Arsenal faces a difficult decision regarding the future of their young star. The substantial sum offered by PSG could potentially bolster the club’s finances and enable them to pursue their own transfer targets.
However, losing Saka would undoubtedly be a significant blow, considering his immense potential and his integral role in the team’s current success.
Only time will tell whether PSG’s reported interest materializes into a concrete offer and how Arsenal will respond to the potential departure of one of their brightest talents.