Report: Arsenal plan to hijack Bayern Munich move for 30-goal prodigy

Tue 8 March 2022 22:15, UK

Arsenal have reportedly joined the race to sign Reyes Cleary amid interest from Bayern Munich.

According to the , the Gunners have taken an interest in the West Brom prodigy.

However, Arsenal and Bayern are far from the only clubs reportedly eyeing Cleary.

The Gunners would also have to contend with the likes of Southampton, Newcastle, Everton in the Premier League.

Meanwhile, Bayer Leverkusen and Red Bull Salzburg are apparently vying with Bayern on the continent.

The Bavarians have been eyeing Cleary since November.

“Powerful forward”

Cleary has registered a staggering 30 goals at age level for West Brom this season, according to the Mail.

The 17-year-old scored twice on Monday as their U23s knocked QPR out of the Premier League Cup.

“Reyes is a powerful forward player with an eye for goal and is an excellent finisher,” the West Brom quotes U18 boss Peter Gilbert as saying.

The Baggies have offered Cleary a professional contract and included him in first team squads this season.

However, the teenager has yet to agree to sign, alerting the likes of Arsenal to his potential availability.

Cleary would be a perfect match for the Gunners setup, with Hale End boasting plenty of top talents.

In addition, Mikel Arteta has shown that he’s not afraid to give game time to young players.

With the likes of Bukayo Saka and Emile Smith Rowe breaking into the first team, it bodes well for all youngsters coming through the ranks.