Olympique Marseille have officially informed Arsenal that the transfer deal for Eddie Nketiah is definitively off. Despite the player’s willingness to move, Marseille decided not to proceed with the €30 million package after having their previous bids rejected.
Failed Negotiations
The French club had been in pursuit of the 24-year-old striker for several weeks, with multiple bids being turned down by Arsenal. The latest offer, which included a €30 million package, was also rejected, leading Marseille to withdraw from the negotiations.
Background
Nketiah, who has been with Arsenal since his youth, has been a target for Marseille throughout the summer transfer window. The club had renewed their bid as recently as 8 August, but Arsenal remained firm in their valuation of the player.
Player’s Position
The player had given his approval for the move, but the clubs could not reach an agreement on the financial terms. Nketiah, known for his pace and goal-scoring ability, will now remain with Arsenal as the transfer window progresses.
Previous Attempts
Marseille’s interest in Nketiah was first reported on 22 July, and they have made several attempts to secure his services since then. However, Arsenal’s consistent rejection of their offers has now led to the collapse of the deal.
The situation leaves Marseille to explore other options as they look to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season.