Arsenal ready to offer Eddie Nketiah a swap deal for Marc Guehi
Arsenal are planning a defensive revamp this summer and Marc Guehi's name has emerged as a possible recruit at the Emirates Stadium after his admirable performances at Euro 2024 for England.
The center is also the subject of LiverpoolThe Gunners' interest is high, but they plan to beat their rivals. Premier league rivals for his signature offering a swap deal that could tempt Crystal Palace.
According to Metro (citing The Sunday Sport)The north Londoners are willing to use Eddie Nketiah as a bargaining chip to undercut Guehi's asking price, which currently stands at £70m.
Although Palace are under no pressure to sell the defender, they could do so if they receive a compelling enough offer and Arsenal will hope that including Nketiah in the deal will prove attractive.
Nketiah, whose player was valued at £30million by Arsenal in January, had been on Palace's radar in recent months but it remains to be seen whether they are interested in bringing the striker in this summer.
The 25-year-old was key in Mikel Arteta's plans for much of last season, but the manager is happy to let him go amid plans to bring in an attacking option or two in the current transfer window.
Fantastic business for Arsenal
Guehi is one of the most sought-after central defenders in the Premier League and it is only a matter of time before he moves to one of England's biggest clubs.
Arsenal's interest in him is not hard to justify, as his signing would have secured them a partner at centre-back. Guillermo Saliba for most of the next decade.
If they can get a deal done involving Nketiah and possibly £40m in cash across the board, it would be incredible business for the 24-year-old.
It's also worth noting that this year is Palace's best chance of selling Guehi for a high sum, as his contract expires in 2026 and therefore a number of clubs could consider cheaper offers for him next summer.
Arsenal They are still in the race for Riccardo Calafiori Also, but it remains to be seen whether they are willing to spend over £100m on defence alone this season.
