The future of Arsenal striker Folarin Balogun will continue to be at the forefront of the transfer window. The USMNT star has been linked with a host of teams after his impressive loan spell in France.
Balogun ended the 2022/23 season with Stade Reims scoring 22 goals, only Jonathan David, Alexandre Lacazette and Kylian Mbappe scored more. His displays away from England will likely mean the striker will demand first-team minutes next season.
Gabriel Jesus and Eddie Nketiah are currently ahead of the New York-born forward in Mikel Arteta's pecking order with Kai Havertz's £65million signing adding further doubt for Balogun. With the number of teams interested in his signature gradually increasing, football.london has taken a look at everything you need to know about his future below.
Fresh price tag
Arsenal will now demand £50million for Balogun this summer. The Gunners had previously wanted £35million for the forward, but after learning of the 22-year-old's not to leave on loan again, any potential suitors will have to cough up an extra £15million.
Decision hint
Balogun has teased that a decision over his future is close to being decided. On Twitter on June 30, the striker wrote: «It is time!» The tweet was sent at 6am, from Enfield, London, hinting talks with the club could be imminent.
Marseille interest
Ligue 1 outfit Marseille are reportedly keen on Balogun this summer. According to L'Equipe, the French side accept that the USMNT striker will be expensive. Les Phoceens reportedly want a new partner for ex-Arsenal man Alexis Sanchez.
Folarin Balogun transfer price sky rockets as Arsenal set new value after $82m decision
RB Leipzig issue
German side RB Leipzig are said to be exploring other options this summer after a
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