Well-known journalist Fabrizio Romano explained why Shakhtar Donetsk refused to sell their Mykhailo Mudrik winger to Arsenal or Everton during the summer transfer window, which showed a serious interest in the talent’s services.
“I think there is a chance for Arsenal in the future, but not just for Arsenal. In the summer they had a great chance. When I spoke to my sources about Mudrik in the summer to get an idea of what was going to happen. to clubs across Europe, they told me: Shakhtar really thinks this guy is worth a lot more than € 30 million They got an offer in the last week of the transfer window, € 30 million plus bonus from Everton. And after the agreement for Anthony, they decided to refuse because Manchester United paid € 100 million. They said: “For us Mudrik cannot be sold for € 30 or € 35 million, not even for € 40 million. much more”. That’s why, in the end, they decided to keep the player, because they are convinced that they will sell him for crazy money, “Romano said.
It is also reported that Ajax’s ability to hold Anthony long and squeeze the most out of his departure inspired Shakhtar, who would like to receive very serious money for Mudrik’s potential transfer.
It was previously reported that Everton will make another offer for Mudrik in January.
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