Folarin Balogun has become a highly sought-after player as uncertainty looms over his future at Arsenal, and sports journalist Ben Jacobs has shed light on how the striker’s market value has skyrocketed by £10 million in just six months.
Last season, Balogun had an impressive loan spell at Reims, where he initially joined as a relatively unknown player. However, by the end of his loan stint, he had emerged as one of the finest young strikers in Europe, catching the attention of numerous clubs across the continent.
Arsenal did not anticipate Balogun’s rapid rise and development, and he has far exceeded their expectations. Consequently, his market value has seen a significant surge.
Jacobs explains via Caught Offside:
“Inter are weighing up a £35m (€40m) bid having turned their attention to Balogun after (at least for now) pulling out of signing Romelu Lukaku, seemingly furious at the Belgian striker for engaging with Juventus.
“In January Arsenal would have valued Balogun at £35m, but now they want at least £45m. Inter may have a bit more wiggle room after selling goalkeeper Andre Onana to Manchester United. Crystal Palace and West Ham are two of several other clubs who have Balogun on their radar.”
Just Arsenal Opinion
With Balogun attracting interest from various clubs due to his impressive performances, Arsenal faces the challenge of deciding his future at the club. As a young and talented striker, Balogun’s future promises to be intriguing, and the coming weeks will likely see many clubs vying for his signature as the transfer window unfolds.
However, we must be sure to price him reasonably so we do not scare suitors away from him.
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Sell Balogun to Brighton with an ulterior motive of acquiring Caicedo.
The Seagulls has made incredible strides in the last campaign under Roberto De Zerbi, and with a European spot to show for it, a striker is now on top of their list .
Arsenal have trned down bids from two different teams of £55 million. The reason no other team including inter have not made an official bid is because Arsenal now Value Balagon at £60 million, not £45 million or even £50 million, becausevthey have already rejected £55 million. You journalist think it is reasonable for southamlton to ask for £50 millio for Lavia who has no goal contributions and is pritty average in his defensive duties, yet you are surprised when Arsenal want £60 million for a young intefnational who has scored 22 goals and is sort after on the world market by various top teams, where as Lavia who you rate at £50 million is mainly looked at by a few home english teams. You must think Arsenal are stupid. Arteta will keep Balogan and extend his contract after being impressed with him in pre season training, and especially now Jesus is injured. £60 million or Arsenal will keep him,they can have Nkeita for £45 million. Those that say otherwise are not true Arsenal supporters, they are from opposite teams wanting Arsenal to sell cheap.Arsenal are not stupid and dont need to sell, unlike southampton.
Arsenal have turned down two bid of £50 million for Balogun?