Arsenal’s contract talks with Ethan Nwaneri are attracting attention as the club explores a potential move for Chelsea winger Noni Madueke, NaijNaira can report. This has raised fresh questions about Nwaneri’s long-term future at the Emirates.
In a recent conversation with Football Insider, former Blackburn Rovers goalkeeper Paul Robinson weighed in on the situation. He hinted that Arsenal’s pursuit of Madueke, who plays a similar role, could affect the club’s ongoing negotiations with Nwaneri.
“Arsenal are looking to bring in Madueke in his position. So where does that leave Nwaneri? His agent will be using that as leverage,” Robinson said.
He added that the teenager holds leverage due to his expiring contract and growing international profile. “He’s in a very strong position… it just depends on how long he’s willing to sit and hold out,” Robinson noted.
Robinson also praised Nwaneri’s performances at the U21 Euros, calling them “excellent.”
He emphasized Arsenal’s consideration of financial fair play and sustainability: “As an academy product… he’s 100 per cent profit.”
The Gunners reportedly want to tie Nwaneri down with a promise of regular first-team football. As interest from top clubs rises, his future remains a major talking point around North London.
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