"I definitely won't go on loan again" - Arsenal attacker makes bold claim on future amid transfer speculation

Amid links to multiple Serie A and Premier League clubs, Arsenal attacker Folarin Balogun has declared that he will not go out on loan again. His comments came after the attacker helped the USA retain their CONCACAF Nations League on Sunday (June 18).

Arsenal academy graduate Balogun has only made two Premier League appearances since making his senior team debut in 2020. He spent the 2022-23 season on loan at Ligue 1 side Stade Reims, enjoying the best season of his career. He ended the campaign with 22 goals in 39 games across competitions.

On Sunday, the 21-year-old shone brightly for the US, scoring in the 34th minute to propel his team to a 2-0 win over Canada. He said that he was not looking for another loan stint (via BBC):

“I'm not sure (about) the discussions that are going to take place. I'm not sure what's going to happen. But I'm just committed to now; I try to stay present. I obviously want to enjoy the moment with my team and my family. What I can say is that I definitely won't go on loan again."

According to reports, the Gunners are interested in signing Kai Havertz from Chelsea this summer. With Gabriel Jesus already on the team, Havertz’s potential arrival could tank Balogun’s chances of being a regular at Arsenal.

It's believed that Inter Milan and AC Milan are both interested in signing the US attacker. Few Premier League clubs are also reportedly keen on signing the Gunners’ academy graduate.

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Fabrizio Romano says Arsenal could sell Thomas Partey this summer

Renowned transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has said that there's a possibility that the Gunners could sell Thomas Partey in the summer transfer window. Clubs are reportedly interested in luring him away from the Emirates, and there have been talks about his exit.

Romano tweeted:

“Understand there’s concrete chance for Thomas Partey to leave Arsenal this summer. Clubs are interested, and there are discussions about his exit.”

The transfer guru further added that Mikel Arteta’s side are focused on sealing the transfer of Declan Rice from West Ham United, and talks of Partey’s future are on the back burner.

“Current contract expiring in June 2025 and no talks to extend as of today. Arsenal's priority remains Declan Rice.”

Partey joined the Gunners from Atletico Madrid for €50 million in 2020. The Ghana international has featured in 99 games for the club across competitions, scoring five times.