This week, the agents of Real Madrid forward Marco Asensio are set to travel to London to negotiate with English Premier League teams, including Arsenal. The 27-year-old Spanish winger’s contract at Santiago Bernabeu is due to expire in the summer, and he is looking to secure a move away from the club. Reports suggest that Barcelona is a potential destination, but Asensio has also attracted interest from clubs in the Premier League. The Mirror reports that Asensio’s representatives will be in London to discuss a possible move to Arsenal, with the player wanting an increase in his current £118,000-a-week salary. Since joining Real Madrid from Mallorca in 2016, Asensio has made 261 appearances, scoring 53 goals and providing 29 assists.
Marco Asensio is on the move. According to reports, representatives of the Real Madrid star are set to travel to London to negotiate with Premier League teams, most notably Arsenal.
The 27-year-old Spanish forward’s contract at Santiago Bernabeu is set to expire in the summer, and this week, he and his representatives will be meeting with a potential suitor. It seems that Asensio’s wage demands are at the forefront of the discussions. He is reportedly asking for an increase to his current £118,000-a-week salary.
Asensio has made 261 appearances for Real Madrid since his 2016 arrival from Mallorca, scoring 53 goals and providing 29 assists. He is one of the most creative players on the team, and his versatility has seen him deployed in various forward positions across the attack.
Though Barcelona is still a potential destination for Asensio, his link to the Premier League team is gaining traction. With the player in need of a prompt resolution, the intrigue and speculation surrounding his future destination will only increase in the coming days.
It’s an exciting time for Asensio, as he’ll soon know the next chapter in his footballing career. Fans can only wait in anticipation to see what team – if any – is able to meet his wage demands and secure the services of one of the most sought after wingers in world football.
