Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca will shake hands with the match referee during a Premier League match against Arsenal. (Photo: Alex Panling/Getty Images)
Borussia Dortmund attacker Jamie Gittens has linked his move to the Premier League, with things like Arsenal and Chelsea keen on him.
According to a report by Ruhr Nachrichten, Arsenal is now ahead of Chelsea in the race to sign the 20-year-old attacker. The player has signed a contract with a German club until 2028, and he could be an expensive acquisition.
The German outfit reportedly values him between about 50 million euros and about 5 million euros. It will be interesting to see if Arsenal is willing to pay. It’s no surprise that they are leading the race for his signature. England Under 21 International is represented by Elite Project Group Limited. This is also representative of Bukayosaka.
Arsenal needs Jamie Gitten
Arsenal clearly has good terms with agents, so it will be interesting to see if they can get a deal across the line. The players are also linked to Liverpool.
They need more depth in the sides, and at 20 he adds goals and creativity to the sides. He has been outstanding for Dortmund this season and only improves with coaching and experience. The player has 12 goals and five assists in all competitions this season.
Chelsea need to reinforce the attack
Meanwhile, Chelsea needs more quality even in a wider region. Mykhailo Mudryk is overwhelming and he needs to be replaced. Gittens has an attribute that can evolve into a top-class Premier League attacker.
Arsenal and Chelsea are both attractive destinations for younger attackers, and it’s still unclear where he’s going. He has to try to join a club he plays regularly. Sitting on the big bench of a big club is unlikely to benefit him.
The asking price is steep, but the 20-year-old has the ability to live up to expectations and justify spending in the long term.