Arsenal is willing to transfer Eddie Nketiah this summer, with interested Premier League clubs such as West Ham United, Crystal Palace, Fulham, and AFC Bournemouth expected to pay £40 million for the striker.
Arsenal is prepared to capitalize on the academy graduate, and following the successful £34 million transfer of fellow center-forward Folarin Balogun to French giants Monaco in 2023, The Gunners will demand a higher fee for Nketiah.
There is a keen interest in the England international from Bournemouth, along with three London clubs. Fulham, West Ham, and Crystal Palace are all looking to acquire a new number nine this summer.
It is uncertain how Arsenal’s requested price will impact Nketiah’s potential suitors. Arsenal is looking to kick off the bidding at £40 million, which would necessitate a record-breaking investment from Palace, Fulham, and Bournemouth.
Nketiah, being a homegrown player, would be considered as ‘pure profit’ for Arsenal.
Crystal Palace have been said to have a long-standing admiration for Nketiah, who holds the record for the most goals scored in England’s Under 21 team.
Jean-Philippe Mateta performed exceptionally well in leading the attack during Sunday’s surprising 1-0 victory against Liverpool, although he is more wasteful than productive.
On the other hand, West Ham continues to depend on the 34-year-old Michail Antonio.