Nelson informs Arsenal he wants to assess potential transfer options
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Arsenal winger Reiss Nelson has informed the club that he wants to assess his options for a potential transfer this summer. The 24-year-old Englishman signed a new deal last July, which committed him to Arsenal until June 2027 and includes an option to extend by 12 months. Nelson’s game time was limited last season and approaches for him arrived in January, however they were rejected as Arsenal competed for the Premier League and Champions League. The north London side would be looking for about £20million including add-ons if they are to let the academy graduate leave. Crystal Palace,...
  • ThePowerOfGeek@lemmy.worldEnglish
    8·
    5 months ago

    Yeah I’m not surprised. Probably best for both parties at this point. He’s not going to unseat Saka, and he’s now below Trossard, and even Martinelli and Vieira on the right flank pecking order. And we are actively looking to bring in another dedicated right winger.

  • ohwhatfollyisman@lemmy.worldEnglish
    5·
    5 months ago

    it’s a pity, the situation for Nelson, Smith-Rowe, Nketiah, and Vieira. especially when one considers that longer cup runs would have benefitted them all.

    i do hope they all go on to have fulfilling careers wherever they end up going.

    • sabreW4K3@lazysoci.alOPEnglish
      3·
      5 months ago

      I think ESR is different. He just needs(ed) time. But with Eddie and Nelson, they just failed to push on. Vieira isn’t even in that category. He never looked good enough