Jamie Gittens reportedly confirms departure from Arsenal, set for summer transfer
Going gangbusters for Gittens: Arsenal on a roll to nab the top talent
Ever in pursuit of bolstering their attacking lineup, Arsenal is inches away from kickstarting their summer transfer window with the potential signing of Jamie Gittens. With Raheem Sterling back at Chelsea, Gabriel Jesus injured, and Leandro Trossard rumored to depart, Arsene Wenger's heir, Mikel Arteta, might be set to ink multiple forwards.
If the Gunners pull off nabbing Gittens, their striking tally could see a significant boost. With no player notching more than nine Premier League goals this season and the team scoring just 64 - a disappointing 27 fewer than last season - reinforcements are in order.
The Race for Gittens: Arsenal Steps Up
Jamie Gittens, an English winger who rose through the ranks at Manchester City's youth academy to secure his spot with Borussia Dortmund, is the object of desire for several European heavyweights. Despite Chelsea making a strong push, it's Arsenal that seems poised to snatch the 20-year-old sensation.
Although a deal isn't yet sealed, Gittens reportedly informed his Dortmund teammates of his intention to leave this summer, with Arsenal now leading the charge. An estimated fee of around £43 million is on the table, and with Gittens earning €57,000-a-week according to Capology, the Gunners could score a bargain compared to other striker targets like Nico Williams, Brian Mbeumo, Rafael Leao, or Antoine Semenyo, when total salary and transfer fee are considered.
While Gittens is a high-priority signing for Arsenal, it's essential to remember that early groundwork may be a subtle smokescreen from sporting director Andrea Berta. Borussia Dortmund remains determined to keep their starlet, with sporting director Lars Ricken expressing faith in their relationship, stating, "A very strong bond of trust has grown between the player and the club; Gittens identifies 100 percent with BVB."
Curious about Gittens' transfer value? Per Transfermarkt, he's rated at €50m. Amidst ongoing Champions League action, Arsenal hits the road to face Paris Saint-Germain in the coming weeks.
Insight: Personal Agreement with Chelsea in Place
Unbeknownst to the public eye, it appears that Gittens already has agreed on personal terms with Chelsea. Moreover, Chelsea values the 20-year-old England international at €60 million. If the Blues seal the deal, it'll be their most significant transfer coup of the summer, with the club making steady progress despite competition from Bayern Munich.
[1] Chelsea Agrees Personal Terms with Gittens[2] Gittens Holds No Interest in Negotiating with Other Clubs While Chelsea Remains Involved[3] Chelsea's Signing of Gittens Seen as Their Biggest Summer Pursuit[4] Chelsea Advancing Steadily on Gittens Deal
As Arsenal fleets toward the signing of Jamie Gittens, the race to secure the young talent has intensified, with both Arsenal and Chelsea vying for the English winger. Despite Chelsea agreeing on personal terms with Gittens, Arsenal seems determined to edge out the competition, potentially inking the 20-year-old for a fee of around £43 million, a bargain when compared to other top striker targets.
