Emile Smith Rowe might upset Arsenal fans after reportedly agreeing to join arch-rivals in Premier League

Arsenal decide on a price tag for talented midfielder as Chelsea look to lure the player into the other side of London.

Emile Smith Rowe might upset Arsenal fans after reportedly agreeing to join arch-rivals in Premier League

Smith Rowe embracing the love given by Arsenal fans at the Emirates stadium (Source: ArsenalTV)

Chelsea is reportedly considering making a surprising transfer bid for Arsenal’s midfielder, Emile Smith Rowe, in the final days of the transfer window. The move comes as Chelsea’s manager, Mauricio Pochettino, has identified a new shortlist of attacking options to reinforce his squad. Smith Rowe, who has yet to feature in Arsenal’s opening Premier League matches, has his future at the Emirates Stadium questioned.

Despite significant investments and a series of acquisitions, including breaking the British transfer record for Moises Caicedo, Chelsea remains open to further signings under the guidance of new head coach Mauricio Pochettino. Recent reports indicate their interest in Smith Rowe, and initially, Arsenal’s stance was to retain the 23-year-old midfielder. However, recent reports from The Times suggest that Arsenal might be willing to sell Smith Rowe following Chelsea’s approach.

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Deals between Arsenal and Chelsea have become somewhat frequent in recent years, with players like David Luiz, Willian, and Kai Havertz moving from Stamford Bridge to the Emirates Stadium. However, with Emile Smith Rowe’s limited game time this season, there is growing speculation about his potential departure.

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This decision comes as Chelsea faces thin squad depth due to a combination of player sales and injuries, prompting them to seek reinforcements. While Arsenal fans initially hoped to keep Smith Rowe, some suggest on social media that the club should not consider offers below £70 million for the young talent. With the transfer window closing on Friday, a decision regarding Smith Rowe’s future is expected imminently.

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Legendary Chelsea and Premier League player set to announce his retirement

Eden Hazard
Eden Hazard (Via Football. London)

Belgian football icon Eden Hazard is reportedly considering retiring at 32 after leaving Real Madrid. His career waned after his €115 million move from Chelsea. Hazard’s Real Madrid stint saw fitness and form struggles, leading to just 76 appearances and 7 goals.

Now a free agent, Hazard has attracted interest from the Vancouver Whitecaps and Saudi Pro League clubs. Despite this, sources suggest he aims to retire, despite discussions with Turkish clubs.

Having excelled at Chelsea with 110 goals in 352 games, Hazard’s legacy includes unforgettable moments like his 2017 solo goal against Arsenal. For Belgium, he earned 126 caps, netting 33 times across five major tournaments. As Hazard decides his future, his potential retirement would mark the end of a remarkable career indelibly impacting football.

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