Arsenal may allow academy players to leave in order to raise funds for new signings. Ethan Nwaneri is one of the players who could be allowed to leave, according to reports.
Nwaneri and Lewis-Skelly Could Be Available
Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly are among the Arsenal players who could be allowed to leave the club to generate funds. The BBC reports that five players in total could be leaving for this reason. Nwaneri and Lewis-Skelly both signed long-term contracts last summer.
Nwaneri, a midfielder, went out on loan to Marseille in January. Lewis-Skelly, a left back, has been a backup option after a breakthrough campaign last year.
Arsenal’s Valuation of the Pair
Arsenal reportedly want at least £100 million for Nwaneri and Lewis-Skelly. Interest has been shown in the pair from Borussia Dortmund and other Premier League clubs. Because they are academy players, any money generated from their sale would be considered “pure profit” in Arsenal’s accounts.
Other Arsenal Players Who Could Leave
Arsenal are also reportedly ready to listen to offers for Gabriel Jesus, Ben White and Gabriel Martinelli.
Other Potential Transfer Activity
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