Inside Arsenal's Plan to Fend Off Manchester City, Liverpool from Bukayo Saka Interest

Inside Arsenal's Plan to Fend Off Manchester City, Liverpool from Bukayo Saka Interest

Rene Otinga
updated at April 12, 2023 at 8:04 PM
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  • Manchester City have expressed interest in Arsenal superstar Bukayo Saka
  • The 20-year old winger is entering the final two years of his contract at Arsenal, and Liverpool are also monitoring his situation
  • Arsenal are however set to fend off other clubs by offering Saka a new long term contract

Manchester City have upped their efforts to acquire talented Arsenal star Bukayo Saka in a stunning new twist.

Saka, was instrumental for Arsenal last season as he helped the Gunners secure a Europa League finish, narrowly missing out on a Champions League spot to arch-rivals Tottenham.

The 20-year old has already proven himself to be a world-class forward, and his performances have attracted interest from the Premier League Champions, who are now monitoring developments regarding his future.

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Bukayo Saka of England warms up before the UEFA Nations League League A Group 3 match between Hungary and England at Puskas Arena on June 4, 2022. Photo by Visionhaus.
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As reported by Daily Mail, Manchester City now joins Liverpool in closely following up on Saka’s situation, with a potential bid on the horizon.

A move away from Arsenal this summer looks highly unlikely, but Manchester City’s interest in the youngster comes at an interesting time, as Arsenal are considering tying the England star down with a new long-term contract.

His current deal contains an option year, which would see him stay at the club until 2024, at least.

Arsenal were keen on avoiding a situation where Saka’s deal entered its final two years, and the two parties were set to enter into negotiations after the end of the 2021/22 campaign.

With every factor considered, Saka’s price tag is likely to be too hefty for his admirers, especially for this summer.

A recent report published by CIES Football Observatory revealed that Saka ranks in the top 20 of the most valuable players in world football.

In the Premier League, the England star comes only behind Erling Haaland, Phil Foden, Luis Diaz, Ruben Dias, Mason Mount and Jadon Sancho.

Cancelo saved autistic child during City’s title celebrations

In other news, Manchester City ace Joao Cancelo saved a 10-year-old from being stepped on during Manchester City’s title celebrations.

A family in England recently came out to thank Cancelo for saving their 10-year-old autistic child who could have been trampled on during Manchester City’s title celebrations.

The incident took place during Manchester City’s final league game against Aston Villa, where fans stormed the pitch after the dramatic 3-2 victory.

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Rene Otinga is a sports journalist with over eight years of working experience in digital media. Rene's experience includes working as a Copywriter at X News Kenya and TUKO.co.ke.
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