Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is determined to sign Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham ahead of AS Roma, according to Alfredo Pedulla.
What’s the story?
SkySport journalist Pedulla has claimed on his website that Arsenal are keen on signing Abraham despite Chelsea and AS Roma having agreed on a transfer fee.
The England international striker has yet to make his decision and has asked for some more time.
Arsenal manager Arteta is determined to sign the 23-year-old, according to the journalist, who has added that there is ‘high pressure’ from the North London club.
Big decision
Roma clearly want Abraham and are willing to make a commitment by agreeing a deal with Chelsea.
It shows just how keen AS Roma manager Jose Mourinho is on signing the striker from his former club.
As for Arsenal, yes, the Gunners are interested, but they have not made a bid yet.
Abraham, who is a Champions League winner with Chelsea, cannot wait forever for Arsenal and will have to make a decision soon.
After all, Roma are unlikely to wait for the 23-year-old forever.
If Arsenal do not make a firm bid for Abraham next week, then the striker should seriously consider joining Roma.
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