Reports
have revealed that Arsenal are leading the race to sign Charlton teenager Joe
Gomez this summer.
Joe
Gomez, 18, is eyeing to seal a move to Premier League in the coming week,
according to Daily Mail.
The
reports claimed that Liverpool and Arsenal are in the race, however it would be
Arsenal who are likely to win it. The Gunners have submitted a £7 million initial
bid which would rise to £9 million.
The
center-back is also been eyed by Bundesliga side Borussia Dortmund but the
teenager wants to remain in his homeland.
Gomez
who breakthrough in Charlton’s first team last term featured 24 times in
all competitions and impressed with his qualities. The England under 19 can
also play as a right-back.
Arsenal
manager Arsene Wenger has good relationships with Charlton as he has previously
signed Carl Jenkinson from them. Also, Francis Coquelin spent the first half of
last season at Charlton on loan.
Gomez
would not be going directly into the first team at Arsenal, however it is
expected that he will be loaned back to Charlton just after his signature.
The
reports claimed that Liverpool are now scouting other talents as they know that
Arsenal will beat them in this race.
Columnist: Simon Oates
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