Romano reveals why Arsenal blocked Striker from Leaving Arteta’s Squad



Football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano has explained why Arsenal blocked striker Eddie Nketiah from leaving the club to join Marseille.

Marseille had identified Nketiah as a replacement for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, who left the French Ligue 1 club for Saudi Pro League side Al-Qadsia.

However, their €27 million offer was rejected by the Gunners.

According to Romano, Mikel Arteta’s side want at least €35 million plus sell-on clause for Nketiah.

“Understand Arsenal want at least €35m plus sell-on clause for Eddie Nketiah.

“That’s why Arsenal decided to reject €27m proposal from Olympique Marseille, as revealed on Friday.

“No agreement between clubs so far and OM could now start to look also at new options,” Romano wrote on X on Saturday

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