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Sam Hill

Arsenal can secure £35m transfer windfall as Newcastle plan swoop for next big Hale End star

Arsenal loanee Folarin Balogun has attracted interest from Newcastle ahead of the summer transfer window following an impressive spell with Stade de Reims. The Hale End graduate has scored 15 goals in Ligue 1 so far this season, more than Paris Saint-Germain superstars Lionel Messi and Neymar (both 13).

The 21-year-old has proven he has what it takes to start - and contribute - at senior level and Balogun will likely want a guarantee of regular game time at the Emirates Stadium next season. This may prove difficult with Gabriel Jesus expected to remain as Mikel Arteta's number one choice at striker, along with Eddie Nketiah's impressive form in the Brazilian's absence this season.

It is something, however, the likes of Newcastle, AC Milan, Inter, Villarreal and Marseille can offer with all clubs being reported to be keen on signing in Balogun this summer. Arsenal are said to have set a £35million price tag for the talented striker who continues to impress in Ligue 1.

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