Arsenal forward Folarin Balogun is open to the prospect of leaving the Emirates this summer, claims Fabrizio Romano. This comes after his successful loan spell in the 2022/23 season with Ligue 1 club Stade Reims.
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Folarin Balogun Ready to Leave Arsenal This Summer
Inter will ask for final conditions of Folarin Balogun deal early next week. Balogun is open to permanent move but Arsenal are expected to request important fee ✨🇺🇸
Balogun, part of Inter list after Lukaku deal off. Mbala Nzola and Benjamin Sesko are not in the list. pic.twitter.com/BJpR7hEMJd
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 16, 2023
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The 22-year-old striker was one of the best players in the French league last season, scoring 21 goals in 37 appearances for State Reims. He also decided to represent the United States Men’s National Team (USMNT) after a lot of pondering and has even made his debut for the side.
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Romano claims that Inter Milan are expected to ask Arsenal about the final conditions for a possible transfer move for Balogun. It’s stated that the youngster has been added to their striker search after they decided to call off the deal to sign Romelu Lukaku from Chelsea. Romano further states that RB Salzburg’s Benjamin Sesko and Spezia striker Mbala Nzola are not on their list.
The USMNT striker is personally open to the prospect of leaving Mikel Arteta’s side permanently and moving to last season’s Champions League finalists. Romano claims that the Gunners will be asking for an ‘important fee’ and not allow him to leave for cheap.
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What Can Balogun Bring to Inter Milan?
The 22-year-old forward – who was hailed as “special” by Arteta last season – was able to improve his reputation to be among Europe’s best young strikers with his heroics on loan last season. He consistently scored goals for Reims and showcased his quality as an all-round, clinical striker. Balogun is not only a superb goal-scorer, but his off-the-ball runs and link-up play make him an unpredictable threat.
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Balogun has the potential of being a solid replacement for Lukaku and his innovative style can help him thrive in Serie A too. His playing style means he can also link up with another forward like Lautaro Martinez with ease and add more firepower to Inter’s attack – if he ends up making the move.
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