If OM have indicated that they do not want to sell Elye Wahi, the interest of a Premier League giant could clearly change the cards. Even more so with a compulsory purchase option of 30 million euros…
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Pablo Longoria wanted to be very clear about Elye Wahi: “A departure from Wahi for us is out of the question. We believe a lot in Elye's potential. Marseille is not waiting for anyone. But each player has his own rhythm. I believe he is one of the best young strikers in Europe. His time will come, we are calm, he must remain calm, and I have confidence. He will end up winning, he has all the qualities to do so.”. But the fact is that the French striker disappoints. And if a good offer arises, OM will do more than the one studied.
Arsenal in the race?
Courted by Bournemouth, then West Ham, Elye Wahi seems to be very popular with English clubs. In recent hours, there has been talk of interest from Arsenal! After the injury to Gabriel Jesus, Mikel Arteta barely has a center forward available. And the performance of Kai Havertz in number 9 is not satisfactory. The Gunners are looking for a striker for this winter. In the shortlist, the name of Wahi was checked.
Vlahovic en option 1
Arsenal are exploring several options. If Elye Wahi is one, with the possibility of including a purchase option up to what OM wants, that is to say 30 million euros, the Gunners first have a name more prestigious at the top. This is Dusan Vlahovic, who rejects all proposals to extend his contract to Juventus. The Turinese have also just recruited Randal Kolo-Muani on loan and clearly open the door to Vlahovic's departure. A file much more expensive than the Wahi track, since the Serb is worth between 50 and 60 million euros…
