Noni Maduce acting for Chelsea against Arsenal’s Declan (Photo: Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)
Arsenal is reportedly currently scheduled to meet in person with Chelsea about the potential relocation of England’s winger Noni Madue.
The gunner has already agreed to a contract with Madueke himself, but now he has to reach an agreement with his club.
According to Fabrizio Romano, one issue at the moment is the evaluation of the players, with some distance between the two teams.
See below for Romano’s latest update on the X, as Italian journalists say there will be direct negotiations between Arsenal and Chelsea.
Romano said: “Arsenal will soon meet in person with Chelsea to discuss the Noni Madue deal. There is a gap in the ratings between the clubs, but negotiations are now continuing to understand whether or not they will continue. Noni Madueke has agreed to a five-year deal with Arsenal, as revealed.
Arsenal is aiming for Noni Madueke, who is trying to bolster its offense
Madueke is one of many names on Arsenal’s list of offensive targets this summer.
As revealed Catch off side Today, Arsenal is approaching agreement as an addition to another offensive midfield attacking Ebeki Eze.
Meanwhile, they are strongly linked to being in the advanced stage to sport Lisbon striker Victor Gyoker, according to the Guardian and others.
How does Maduce fit for Arsenal?
Maduke is an incredible young talent, contributing a total of 11 goals and six assists to the club and country in all competitions last season.
The 23-year-old could be a useful team player for Arsenal as he appears to have great potential, but it’s probably hard to imagine him starting regularly.
Maduce plays mostly on the right side, so certainly he never went ahead of Bukayosaka in the pecking order.
The former PSV man could also play on the left, which could be a useful option for Mikel Arteta to his disposal.