Romeo Lavia transfer latest: Chelsea talks, Liverpool bid, Arsenal incentive, price tag
The future of Southampton midfielder Romeo Lavia remains uncertain as the talented youngster continues to be linked with a transfer to the likes of Arsenal and Chelsea.
Lavia enjoyed an impressive 2022/23 season, establishing himself as one of the most exciting young midfielders in the Premier League despite the Saints' relegation to the Championship. His performances haven't gone unnoticed either, reportedly valued at around £50million considering he is still only 19 years old.
Both the Gunners and the Blues are keen to bolster their options in the centre of the park this summer, with the Belgian international said to be on their respective transfer shortlists but Liverpool are also claimed to be in the race to sign the former Manchester City starlet. So, football.london has rounded up all the latest transfer chatter regarding his future below.
Chelsea talks
Chelsea have opened talks with Southampton for midfielder Romeo Lavia this summer, football.london understands. The Blues are believed to have watched the Belgian international intensely over the course of last season, with any deal not ruling out the possibility of landing Moises Caicedo from Brighton.
New Liverpool bid
Liverpool have sent a second bid for Southampton midfielder Romeo Lavia in the region of £45million this summer, reports Sacha Tavolieri. Discussions will continue to make sure that the structure can be agreed upon between the two teams, with expectation that a deal can be sorted in the next week.
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Liverpool bid rejected
Southampton have rejected Liverpool's £37million opening proposal to sign Romeo Lavia, according to The Athletic's David Ornstein.
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