Arsenal will not pay more than 43 million pounds to sign Amadou Onana
According to a Dutch media Voetbal Krant, Arsenal will not pay more than £43 million to buy Everton midfielder Amadou Onana in the next transfer window.
The Belgian has become one of the most sought-after defensive midfielders in the world. first division and could get a bigger challenge away from the Toffees this summer. Arsenal have been linked with the 22-year-old on many occasions, but Voetbal Krant They claim they are unlikely to meet the £51m asking price set by the Toffees.
The source adds that the Gunners are facing a financial struggle and may not commit to paying more than £43m for the former Lille midfielder. Chelsea They are also credited with interest in signing the versatile star, but Voetbal Krant He has not mentioned what the 'bleus' would be willing to pay for his signing.
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Onana has been one of the Merseyside club's standout players this campaign. He has been a key figure in the center of the park because of his ability to win possession through tackles and duels. The Belgian also drew attention to his excellent work rate during the 90 minutes, as well as his recovery rate.
Arsenal could do with someone with those attributes in the squad. They have Thomas Partey who has a similar profile, but the Ghanaian has spent more time on the sidelines than on the pitch this season. The former Atlético de Madrid player has only made five appearances due to multiple injury setbacks.
Mikel ArtetaThe team seems to be clear that they will not pay more than £42 million for Onana. An agreement could be reached this summer if the midfielder submits a transfer request. Arsenal could also end up buying him for less if Everton do not preserve their top-flight status. Arsenal's main rival for the player could be Chelsea.
The Blues could lose vital figure Conor Gallagher this summer amid a lack of progress in contract negotiations. He will be entering the final year of his contract and the club could decide to sell him. Onana is a more defensive-minded player than Gallagher. He could partner Moisés Caicedo in midfield with Enzo Fernández in the number 10 position.
