Arsenal star Eddie Nketiah has set his sights on sealing his Emirates Stadium departure after growing increasingly tempted to complete a summer switch to Ligue 1 heavyweights Marseille ahead of the summer transfer window slamming shut next month, GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed.
Having sealed the permanent acquisition of David Raya for £27million, following a productive loan spell from Brentford, Gunners boss Mikel Arteta and sporting director Edu have been holding internal discussions as they aim to make further adjustments to the squad before the August 30 deadline.
The north Londoners came within touching distance of ending their wait for the Premier League title last term, only for Manchester City to make history by becoming the first side to be crowned the top flight champions four campaigns on the spin, and Arsenal have responded by deciding to sanction departures to build their budget for reinforcements.
Nketiah Eager to Complete Move to Marseille
Striker has had his head turned by project on offer
Nketiah would be happy to bring the curtain down on his Arsenal career by joining Marseille after becoming excited by the project pitched to him by the Ligue 1 giants, according to GMS sources, and he has been aware of the opportunity to make the move to France for two weeks.
The Stade Velodrome outfit have been raiding the Premier League since appointing former Brighton & Hove Albion chief Roberto De Zerbi as their new head coach, with Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg making the switch from Tottenham Hotspur on an initial loan – which includes a £17million obligation to buy – and Mason Greenwood joining from Manchester United.
GMS sources have been informed that Marseille have already sounded out Nketiah and, having discovered that Arsenal are seeking a more lucrative sum than expected after having his game time restricted thanks to Kai Havertz’s form last term, are preparing to test the north Londoners’ resolve with a formal offer.
