Arsenal Rejects Olympique Marseille’s €27m Bid for Nketiah

Published 2024-08-03 10:32 by Austin Ivy
Arsenal football news

Arsenal have turned down a €27 million offer from Olympique Marseille for striker Eddie Nketiah, according to reports on Friday. The North London club is holding out for at least €35 million plus a sell-on clause for the 24-year-old forward.

Negotiations Stalled

No agreement has been reached between the two clubs, and Marseille may now consider alternative options for bolstering their attacking line-up.

Background

Nketiah, who has been with Arsenal since his youth, has attracted interest from several clubs due to his goal-scoring abilities and potential. Marseille’s pursuit of the player has been ongoing, with their initial interest reported on 22 July.

Arsenal’s Stance

Arsenal’s valuation of Nketiah reflects their desire to secure a significant fee and future financial benefits through a sell-on clause. The club’s decision to reject Marseille’s bid underscores their firm stance on the player’s market value.

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