Arsene Wenger has beaten Bayern Munich in signing young duo Kelechi Nwakali and Samuel Chukwueze. Reports suggest that Munich had been in trying to gain the services of the teen duo for some time, albeit Wenger seems to be ahead of the club for the duo.
Believed to be two of the most talented youngsters in the world Nwakali was captain of African U-17 Championship last November and was declared the tournament’s best player. Nwakali also had a trial at Manchester City, however the player was previously heard showing interest to be included in the Gunners.
I would love to play for Arsenal,” he said, per MTN Football.
“They are the Premier League club I will like to play for because they play the best football in the world.”
According to the teen, Arsenal plays world’s best football and is interested in joining Arsenal.
The Times, believe that the transfer cost Arsenal at-least £3 million, further Arsenal may use the £1.2 million retained from the transfer of Benik Afobe’s for the signing. While Arsenal is ahead in the signing of the players against Bayern Munich, it will be interesting to see how the celebrated duo fare at the Emirates Stadium.