ARSENAL could take their summer spending to upwards of £200million with a move for another Premier League midfielder....CONTINUE READING
Last season’s Premier League runners-up are on the verge of signing West Ham skipper Declan Rice for a club-record fee of £105million.
Rice’s imminent Emirates arrival will take the Gunners’ summer spending to a staggering £170m, which was kicked off with the £65m signing of Kai Havertz.
But they’re reportedly set to take their splurge well over the £200m mark with a move for Southampton midfielder Romeo Lavia.
That’s according to The Times, who claim the North Londoners are weighing up a bid for the 19-year-old.
But the Gunners will have to delve deep into their pockets to sign the Belgium international – who caught the eye of several clubs last season.
Southampton – despite being in desperate need of cash following their relegation to the Championship – are demanding a minimum of £50m for Lavia’s services.
Arsenal will reportedly face competition from Prem rivals Chelsea and Liverpool, the latter of whom are said to be preparing to table a bid in the region of £40m.
Gunners chief Arteta will be hoping the addition of Havertz and Rice will help Arsenal end their 20-year wait for Premier League glory.
Arsenal surrendered the league to Manchester City by squandering a NINE POINT lead during a disastrous three-week period in April….READFULLL
