Arsenal handed major Romeo Lavia transfer blow as Liverpool and Chelsea lead £40m race
Following Southampton's relegation from the Premier League, Romeo Lavia, the talented Belgian midfielder, has garnered interest from top clubs including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Manchester City. Arsenal, however, have reportedly lost ground in the race to sign Lavia in the summer transfer window. The Gunners may need to secure at least two new midfielders, especially if Granit Xhaka and Thomas Partey leave the club. Arsenal has already made their first signing of the summer with the acquisition of Kai Havertz, who is expected to operate in a similar No.8 role to Martin Odegaard.
Southampton manager Russell Martin has acknowledged that some players will depart the club this summer due to their relegation. Lavia's potential departure from the Saints is being closely watched by top clubs. Liverpool and Chelsea are currently believed to be leading the race for the 19-year-old midfielder, while Arsenal has fallen behind in their pursuit. According to a report from Football Transfers via 90min, Arsenal faces stiff competition from their Premier League rivals.
If Arsenal intends to make a bid for Lavia, they would need to be prepared to pay a substantial fee in the range of £40 million to £50 million, as reported by the Daily Mail. The high valuation of the player is attributed to three clauses inserted into his contract. The first clause stipulates that Manchester City, Lavia's former club, has the right to match any bid with a buyback clause of approximately £40 million. The final clause grants City 20% of any future transfer fee if Lavia is sold.
The race to secure Lavia's signature highlights the intense competition among top clubs for emerging talent. Despite Arsenal's interest, they face challenges in their pursuit, with Liverpool and Chelsea currently leading the way. The hefty price tag associated with Lavia's transfer reflects his potential and the clauses in his contract that give Manchester City certain privileges. As the transfer window progresses, it remains to be seen which club will ultimately secure the services of this highly sought-after young midfielder.
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