Aston Villa plan to make a second offer for Arsenal attacking midfielder Emile Smith Rowe, according to The Express & Star.
What’s the story?
Villa are reportedly interested in signing Smith Rowe from Arsenal in the summer transfer window.
The Villans have already made a first bid.
It was worth £25 million, and Arsenal turned it down.
However, Dean Smith’s side are determined to get the 20-year-old attacking midfielder, described as “very technical” and “very powerful at the same time” by former Arsenal star Freddie Ljungberg on BT Sports 3 (7:21pm, April 29, 2021).
So, Villa are considering making a second bid for the Englishman.
What is Arsenal’s stance?
According to the report, the Gunners are in talks with Smith Rowe over a new deal and will not sell the 20-year-old at any price.
Why do Aston Villa want Smith Rowe?
The Express & Star are reporting that Villa manager Smith wants to strengthen his team’s attacking unit.
Emiliano Buendia has already joined from Norwich City.
Smith wants to bring in Smith Rowe to further enhance his team’s attacking unit.
Remember, Jack Grealish is also at Villa, although there is intense speculation today that the 25-year-old is on his way to Manchester City.
Transfer likely?
Smith Rowe enjoyed a breakthrough season at Arsenal in 2020-21.
It is very, very unlikely that the Gunners will sell Smith Rowe even if Villa make a better offer.
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