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Report: Arsenal youngster expected to attract another bid from Sheffield United
Sheffield United are expected to make a fresh bid for Arsenal youngster Folarin Balogun before the transfer window closes, .
Balogun may still be awaiting the chance to make his first-team debut for the Gunners, but he is still proving to be a highly sought-after youngster.
Football London reports that the Blades had a £3 million bid for the 19-year-old rejected this summer. It is suggested that Arsenal are holding out for an eight-figure fee for Balogun.
that Mikel Arteta’s men wanted a deal worth around £15 million for the striker, who is now into the final year of his contract.
that Chris Wilder’s side had been left stunned by Arsenal’s demands. Nevertheless, it appears that the saga is not yet over.
, United are expected to make a fresh offer. It is also noted that Brentford remain in the running for Balogun.
The report also suggests that Arsenal are relaxed about the prospect of losing Balogun next summer. It is claimed that they believe that it is currently unlikely that he will sign a new deal.
TBR View: Balogun gamble worth the risk for Arsenal
Of course, Arsenal would be silly not to accept a £15 million bid for Balogun this summer. He is yet to make his first-team debut. And he is battling for a place in the side where the Gunners boast considerable depth.
But Arsenal’s stance about keeping Balogun still makes a lot of sense. If Sheffield United do not improve their bid significantly, they may as well take a gamble in the hope that something changes and they can convince Balogun to pen fresh terms.
It may ultimately not pay off, and Balogun may still leave. But he looks to be worth rolling the dice for.