His Euro is not yet going as he would have dreamed. Johan Bakayoko came into the game against Slovakia and had to be content to stay on the bench against Romania. His tournament could really begin on Wednesday evening: the suspension of Dodi Lukebakio gives him a chance to start for this final meeting of the group stage.
The PSV winger is also experiencing a turbulent start to the competition behind the scenes. He, who refused to leave last August while Brentford was pushing hard but also this winter, will experience an eventful summer for the Belgian. Many clubs are interested in his profile after a successful season (fourteen goals and fourteen assists in 49 appearances). Bayern Munich is one of them given the arrival of Vincent Kompany whose arrival could have brought his compatriot to Bavaria. Liverpool are also monitoring the player’s development. Arne Slot, the new coach of the Reds, knows the native of Overijse well having often faced him when he was coach of Feyenoord Rotterdam.
He has the profile to compete with Bukayo Saka.
According to English sources, Arsenal could beat the competition at the post. The Gunners are now the number 1 track for the young Belgian. A choice that seems logical for both parties. Bakayoko would certainly make a big leap to one of the best clubs in the Premier League but he will be able to take his time to understand Mikel Arteta’s playing system in the shadow of Bukayo Saka. Renowned as a fine tactician and capable of bringing out the best in his players, the Spanish coach has the qualities to take the PSV player to the next level. Bakayoko can offer competition to Saka on the right flank of the Gunners attack where he is without a player capable of competing for his place. The two men have quite similar profiles.
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There is currently no question of an agreement but the file is moving in the right direction. One or another good match in the coming days could speed up the process.
