According to Calciomercato, Aaron Ramsey is willing to take a pay cut in order to join Arsenal, after deciding to leave Juventus.
What’s the story?
Well, the 30-year-old has struggled in Italy, and is keen to depart Turin.
Arsenal haven’t made the Wales international a priority, although they would be willing to take him back on a free transfer.
However, Juventus aren’t interested in letting him go for nothing, and want to make it worth their while if Ramsey is to leave.
Calciomercato claim that Massimiliano Allegri’s side would be interested in a swap deal involving Folarin Balogun.
In our view, that’s never going to happen, as the 19-year-old recently signed a new long-term contract.
Calciomercato add that Ramsey has received an offer from Crystal Palace, although he isn’t interested in a move to Selhurst Park.
Aaron Ramsey still has the X-Factor
With just six goals in 65 appearances for Juventus, you would be forgiven for thinking Ramsey is starting to wane.
However, his displays for Wales at EURO 2020 have been exceptional, and prove he still has bundles of talent.
After he scored a fantastic goal against Turkey in Group A, Gary Lineker called the Juventus maestro ‘brilliant’.
The assist from Gareth Bale wasn’t bad either.
In our view, Arsenal’s stance on Ramsey is spot on.
He’s not worth readjusting the summer budget for, but on a free transfer, any club would love to have a player of his talent.
Keep an eye on this saga, as it may not be over just yet.
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