Brighton has shown interest in Arsenal forward Eddie Nketiah and could involve him in a Gunners-for-Yves Bissouma trade, according to a report.
Las Gaviotas secured a fifth consecutive season in the Premier League by finishing 16th this term. However, they scored just nine wins, the third lowest tally. Also, they lacked a true scorer. They hoped the arrival of Danny Welbeck would help their problem, but he only hit six strikes.
In fact, Neal Maupay finished at the top of their charts with eight goals and a conversion rate of just 16 percent.
As a result, a star forward is on their radar and Latest Brighton reports that they have shown interest in Nketiah. The 21-year-old has made 17 league appearances this season, but only played 413 minutes.
His contract status is also a cause for concern as his terms expire next summer. The source adds that Brighton sees the England Under-21 international as a solid target with Premier League experience.
However, the interest in Nketiah also has to do with ArsenalThe Hunt for Yves Bissouma of Brighton.
The midfielder is a sought-after man, with Liverpool also tracking your progress. But with the Arsenal deal likely better suited to the needs of both clubs, the Reds’ hopes have taken a hit.
The Mali international Bissouma made 36 Premier League appearances this season, playing every minute of the last 20 matches of the campaign.
The latest Brighton adds that the Seagulls will seek to part ways with money, as well as Bissouma, to get Nketiah.
However, reports state that Liverpool to hold exploratory talks with Bissouma’s agent on Friday.
Roma points to Arsenal’s Xhaka
Meanwhile, reports elsewhere claim that Roma are interested in a deal to sign Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka.
The 28-year-old has had a checkered history at the Gunners, but largely remained a strong figure in the locker room.
However, his time at the Emirates Stadium could soon come to an end.
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