According to reports, Arsenal starlet Folarin Balogun will be “keen to leave” this summer if the club does not guarantee him first-team opportunities.
What is the most recent Balogun news?
According to reliable journalist David Ornstein, the 21-year-old is currently attracting a lot of serious interest from clubs all over the world. Indeed, the player’s future could be a hot topic for Arsenal this summer, with Ornstein reporting that the club is facing a major decision.
Balogun’s contract expires in just over two years, leaving Mikel Arteta’s side with the choice of selling him this year or integrating him into the first team, as he is unlikely to extend his contract with the club.
The forward, who is currently on loan at Reims in Ligue 1, has absolutely dazzled under Will Still, prompting some of the continent’s best sides to take note of his exploits.
AC Milan, Inter, Marseille, Monaco, and RB Leipzig are among the clubs said to be interested in signing Balogun.
Now, 90min has provided their own update, claiming that the England Under-21 international is set to issue an ultimatum to Arsenal upon his return to north London.
Indeed, it is now believed that if Arsenal does not guarantee him first-team minutes, he will be ‘keen to leave’ the club permanently. Balogun is said to be in ‘crunch talks’ with the club about his future. Another loan move has been ruled out by the striker’s entourage, implying that his possible exit will be permanent.
According to 90min, RB Leipzig, Eintracht Frankfurt, Union Berlin, Nice, Lyon, Villarreal, and Sevilla are all interested in Balogun, who is also popular in the Premier League.
Brentford, Leicester City, Wolves, Everton, and Crystal Palace are all keeping an eye on the promising youngster, with the Bees particularly interested in him as a replacement for Ivan Toney, who faces a lengthy ban due to betting charges.
What should the Gunners do with Balogun?
The solution, we believe, is simple: the Gunners should guarantee Balogun first-team minutes next season.
As we’ve seen with defender William Saliba, returning loanees from France have the potential to make an immediate impact in Arteta’s first team.
Balogun has been dubbed ‘incredible’ by Arteta for his form, scoring 18 goals in 26 Premier League appearances.
He’s also attempted 3.3 shots on goal per 90 minutes, more than any other Gunners forward in England, making you wonder what’s holding him back.
It would be a shame to lose such a talented player, and we believe The Emirates is his best option for next season.
