Eddie Nketiah’s Transfer Message to Flo Balogun Amid Arsenal’s Future Doubt
Arsenal transfer news as Gunners forward Eddie Nketiah comments on Folarin Balogun’s uncertain future with the club.
During Arsenal’s preseason visit, Folarin Balogun has an opportunity to impress Mikel Arteta.
Eddie Nketiah has supported fellow striker Folarin Balogun to perform well this summer amid ongoing rumors regarding his future.
This month, Balogun returned to London Colney after spending the 2022-23 season on loan with Stade Reims in France. During his tenure in Europe, the USMNT star scored 22 goals, attracting interest from a number of clubs.
The 22-year-old has been linked to Inter Milan, RB Leipzig, AC Milan, AC Monaco, and Chelsea, though no official move has been confirmed. Balogun is presently in the United States with the rest of his Arsenal teammates after being given the opportunity to impress Mikel Arteta during last week’s friendly against FC Nurnberg.
However, Balogun is behind Gabriel Jesus and Nketiah in the succession order at the Emirates Stadium, and his future with the Gunners is uncertain for the upcoming season. Inter Milan is reportedly preparing a £34.2 million ($44.9 million) bid for him. A move to Europe appears to be the most probable outcome.
However, Balogun’s positional rival Nketiah has stated that his return to the club is a positive development.
“Flo’s a really good player,” he told reporters Stateside.
“We followed his progress last season. It’s great to have him back. Him and the other loan boys want to show their quality.”
Nketiah’s acclaim follows captain Martin Odegaard’s enthusiasm regarding Balogun’s preseason performance.
“Just happy to see him do well,” The Norwegian revealed to the press.
“Last year in France, he had a great season. He’s a big talent, the boy works hard, very hungry to improve all the time. Yeah, just happy for him and excited to see him again in the games now. Hopefully, he can do well and score some goals.”
Eddie Nketiah’s Transfer Message to Flo Balogun Amid Arsenal’s Future Doubt
