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Arsenal refuse loan offers for Jakub Kiwior, insist on sale only

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Arsenal refuse loan offers for Jakub Kiwior, insist on sale only
Arsenal refuse loan offers for Jakub Kiwior, insist on sale only

Arsenal have made it clear that they are not interested in allowing Jakub Kiwior to leave on loan, despite interest from Bologna and other clubs across Europe.

The Gunners, who signed the versatile defender from Spezia in January 2023 for around ÂŁ21 million, are only open to a permanent transfer if the right offer comes along.

In defense offered Mbemba Bologna still pays the second thoughts of Hummels Proposed the Congolese defender who broke with Marseille Ki Ki Corriere dello Sport25 Aug 2024 The truth is that many problems are the children of second thoughts on the part of Mats Hummels and if now Bologna has not yet managed to untie the knot tied to the defender, on the one hand it is true that he also took his own, but on the one hand it is equally true that all that time lost waiting for the comfortable German champion ended up weighing on the choice of Giovanni Sartori and Marco Di Vaio. Which, if you still have not managed to do bingo, it is mainly for two reasons. The first: they did not want to lose money to the president for defenders who were absolutely not worth those numbers, see Logan Costa finished at Villarreal for 18 million plus 1 bonus and Ales The second: it is not an easy task to have to frame the situations related to the UEFA list and to that for the Italian championship, not forgetting how at the same time Vincenzo Italiano should be given a constructive solution from a technical point of view and for Bologna it must be an operation that makes sense both economically and with regard to tomorrow. Yes, in the meantime Sartori and Di Vaio have also cultivated two regrets, the first is that relating to Lilian Brassier, 24, which Marseille closed in the days when the managers of the technical area Rossoblu awaited with great confidence a response from Hummels and the second is that relating to the loan of Daniele Rugani, which at least could have guaranteed an important buffer solution. PROPOSED MBEMBA. Said that to date those who have good defenders want to keep them and those who may ever be willing to put them on the market is determined to make them pay an eye of the head, just as if Sartori and Vaio would have clear ideas on dealing, the point is that wherever they move they find a minefield. Let's give two current examples: Bologna would also be ready to close both Arsenal's Akub Kiior Possible? No, because both the club that bought Riccardo Calafiori and the Turkish one want to sell their respective defenders, being both intent on making cash. And up and down the same goes, at least for the moment, both for Sikou Niakate of Sporting Braga and for the Japanese Koki Machi from Saint Saint Gilloise, considered both two good defenders but not with the technical potential to be able to add a certain thickness to the current Italian defense. In these last hours have been proposed to Bologna Bruno Amione, class 2002, Argentine, currently in Mexico, in Santos Laguna, and above all Chancel Mbemba, 30 years old, a really strong defender who broke with Marseille. On the latter the managers of the technical area rossoblu could also give us a little thought, but only on loan, it is obvious. Arsenal and galatasara non
Corriere dello Sport 25 August 2024

Recent reports from Corriere dello Sport highlighted Bologna’s search for a central defender, with Kiwior’s name being one of several options considered by the Italian side.

However, Arsenal’s stance on the Polish international is firm: they will only entertain discussions regarding a sale, not a loan.

Meanwhile, La Gazetta dello Sport also report similar, writing that Bologna met with Kiwior’s agent and were told Arsenal would only agree to a loan if it comes with an obligation to buy.

The Gunners value the player at between €18m and €20m.

Pobega picked up and summoned Ki scalda La Gazzetta dello Sport25 Aug 2024 CASTELDEBOLE (mdv) Yesterday morning Tommaso Pobega was made official as a new Bologna player according to a dry loan and redemption right set at 12 million euros. Yesterday afternoon E Milan Milan left with the team for Naples: he will have the number 18 and it is not excluded that he can carve out a part of the race. Vincenzo Italiano, meanwhile, has returned to insist (gracefully) on the market and on that central defender "for whom we are vigilant". The club has met the agent of Ki Kub KiiorIor: the only way of opening for the Pole (also yesterday on the bench in the match won by Arsenal on Aston Villa) is a loan with the right to buy (high). The Gunners ask for between 18 and 20 million euros. Also in contention are Aleandro Sandro, Sangante, Victor Nelsson, Niakate and also Chancel Mbemba, Congolese centralone en route with the Ol Marsiglia
La Gazzetta dello Sport25 Aug 2024

Kiwior’s adaptability has been a key factor in his value to Mikel Arteta’s squad.

Capable of playing both as a left-sided centre-back and a left-back, he has provided important cover since his arrival at the Emirates.

Despite limited appearances in his first few months, Kiwior featured more prominently toward the end of the 2022/23 season and was praised for his performances, particularly in helping Arsenal secure clean sheets in crucial fixtures.

CARSON, CALIFORNIA - JULY 24: Jakub Kiwior #15 of Arsenal FC celebrates after scoring during the penalty kick shootout against AFC Bournemouth at Dignity Health Sports Park on July 24, 2024 in Carson, California. (Photo by Orlando Ramirez/Getty Images)
CARSON, CALIFORNIA – JULY 24: Jakub Kiwior #15 of Arsenal FC celebrates after scoring during the penalty kick shootout against AFC Bournemouth at Dignity Health Sports Park on July 24, 2024 in Carson, California. (Photo by Orlando Ramirez/Getty Images)

For Bologna, Arsenal’s stance represents a stumbling block.

The Serie A side have been exploring loan deals as a cost-effective way to strengthen their squad, particularly after their pursuit of more experienced defenders like Mats Hummels, currently without a club, fell through.

However, with Arsenal focused on either keeping Kiwior or securing a permanent transfer, Bologna’s hopes of acquiring the player on a short-term deal appear unlikely.

Additionally, Kiwior remains an important part of Arsenal’s squad depth, especially given the club’s ambitions in multiple competitions this season.

Arteta values having a range of defensive options, and Kiwior’s ability to slot into different roles makes him a key figure as the Gunners push for both domestic and European success.

Jakub Kiwior and William Saliba in training with Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)
Jakub Kiwior and William Saliba in training with Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Unless a club is prepared to meet Arsenal’s valuation for Kiwior, it’s likely that the 24-year-old will remain at the Emirates, continuing to develop as part of Arteta’s evolving project.

For Bologna, and other potential suitors, this stance means they will have to look elsewhere if they are unwilling or unable to commit to a permanent deal.

They are already being linked with Chancel Mbemba, a 30-year-old defender currently out of favour at Marseille. Mbemba has also attracted interest from Al-Ittihad in Saudi Arabia, but a well-connected intermediary has reportedly offered him to Bologna.

Other backup plans include Alex and Bruno Amione from Sampdoria and Verona, respectively.

Bologna, meanwhile, have confirmed the arrived of midfielder Tommaso Pobega who will wear the number 18 shirt. Medical examinations are also scheduled for for two wide players: Samuel Iling-Junior from Aston Villa, who arrives on loan, and Ben Domínguez from Gimnasia La Plata, who joins permanently for €4 million plus a 20% sell-on clause.