Arsenal have rejected a proposal from Saudi Arabian facet Al-Ittihad for winger Leandro Trossard.
It was reported this morning that the Professional League membership had bid £29.5million for Trossard however, in accordance with The Athletic and Fabrizio Romano, Arsenal have turned it down and made clear the Belgium worldwide is a key a part of their plans.
Al-Ittihad have now switched their consideration to Porto’s Galeno as a substitute with the Professional League switch window not closing till 10pm BST tonight.
Trossard began Arsenal’s first two video games of the season – in opposition to Wolves and Aston Villa – on the bench, however made an impression within the latter, approaching within the sixty fifth minute to seize the Gunners’ opening aim as they eased to a 2-0 win at Villa Park.
His celebrations after scoring had been surprisingly understated, nevertheless, and Gunners boss Mikel Arteta admitted afterwards that was as a result of frustration at being overlooked of the beginning XI.
Trossard was recalled for Saturday’s sport in opposition to Brighton however was taken off after 59 minutes with Arteta having to reshuffle following the sending off of midfielder Declan Rice.
🚨🔴⚪️ Arsenal have knowledgeable Al Ittihad about their determination to reject €35m proposal for Leandro Trossard, as solely revealed.
He’s thought of key participant for the mission and NOT on the market.
🟡⚫️🇧🇷 Al Ittihad at the moment are concentrating on FC Porto winger Galeno with an official bid. pic.twitter.com/uxo0W3DMpU
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 2, 2024
Trossard joined Arsenal from Brighton in January 2023 for a price reported to be £20million with £7m in potential add-ons.
And the 29-year-old has been a key a part of a squad that has needed to accept runners-up finishes behind Manchester Metropolis within the Premier League.