Despite Real Madrid’s interest, Kai Havertz ultimately chose to join Arsenal in this transfer window, surprising many in the process.
In recent weeks, Havertz emerged as an unexpected target for the Gunners, and Arsenal swiftly secured his transfer.
However, Real Madrid also had their sights set on the German midfielder and appeared keen on adding him to their roster of talented German players.
Given the allure of playing for Real Madrid, they continued their pursuit, hoping to convince Havertz to join them.
According to Relevo, initially, Madrid was hesitant to meet Chelsea’s asking price for Havertz. However, they eventually decided to match Arsenal’s bid for the player.
In an attempt to change Havertz’s mind at the last minute and sway him towards a move to Madrid, they contacted the player directly. Regrettably for Madrid, Havertz turned down their offer, as he had already given his word to Mikel Arteta and Arsenal.
Just Arsenal Opinion
Only a few players in this world can turn down an approach from Madrid and, surprisingly, Havertz did.
However, this shows he really wants to be our player and we will hand him all the support he needs for the time he would spend as our player.
Hopefully, he will make the right impact on our team and we will win some trophies together with him in the squad.
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One turns down real madrid the other pep and city and a third has only Arsenal on his mind.No further words are necessary
Creco
You never see Smoke without fire.
The speed in which Arsenal get this deal over the line, for a player that was not even on our wish list did tell me something cooking.
The fact that Madrid made a direct approach to Havertz is an indication of the quality of the player we have recruited.The initial luke warm reaction of certain Arsenal fans and pundits seems to have abated and perhaps the intervention of Real will now allay the concerns of those who remain unconvinced .Personally, I think he can make a real impression next season.
Well said to all the above.
A player like Havertz doesn’t become useless overnight.
Chelsea were in absolute turmoil last season and not one of their players performed.
Well done to MA and Edu for snapping him up in front of Real Madrid!!
Totally agree. We’re seeing the same thing at United with Mount and some of their fans are piling on (although unsurprisingly little negativity from pundits.) Think like Havertz for us Mount is a good fit for ten hag’s United. They didn’t become useless players overnight.
Chelsea fans are really happy with themselves but I’m not sure why. There most consistent performers over the last few years were James, Mount, Havertz, Kante, Kovacic, Rudiger and Jorginho and they’ve let them all go bar James in the last 3 windows. They have gone to United, Arsenal, Saudi, City, Real and Arsenal not sure I’d be so super excited about that myself but the proof will be in the pudding this year.