Sergej Milinkovic-Savic would ‘gladly accept’ an opportunity to sign for Arsenal in the summer if an offer came through.
Arsenal were regularly linked with a move for Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, but there was a feeling the Gunners were not serious. While the interest has cooled off in the last few weeks, Corriere dello Sport via Sport Witness have pushed out a story claiming the 28-year-old is open to joining the Gunners.
Mikel Arteta has built a tremendous squad since taking over as Arsenal’s manager in the last few years. After leading the team to a title challenge this season, he will look to make quality additions in the summer to further their success.
Arteta will stress on bringing players that instantly improve his first team squad. Arsenal fans will certainly hope the days of signing meaningless players to make up the numbers are well behind the club. They yearn for players like Declan Rice and others, but who the manager brings remains the question.
Sergej Milinkovic-Savic certainly represents a top-quality player who would improve any team. Arsenal have been reportedly linked with the star since last summer. Until now, they did not agree with Lazio’s valuations of the 28-year-old Serb.
The report explains the situation with the midfielder and what may transpire in the summer. As Milinkovic-Savic enters the final year of his deal, there is a big chance he will leave and not look to extend his contract.
In that scenario, Lazio will have one window to cash in on the 28-year-old or risk losing him on a free transfer next summer. His agent, Mateja Kezman, has reportedly promised Lazio to get bids worth at least €40 million, which may seem far-fetched in this market.
Milinkovic-Savic would ‘gladly accept’ a move to Arsenal if an offer came by. The report suggests clubs may look to pay around €20-25 million, which may seem unacceptable for Lazio to accept in the summer. Whether the Gunners are still considering a move remains the question.
Milinkovic-Savic will undoubtedly improve Arsenal’s squad. Arteta will gauge whether he requires a player of the Serbian’s profile. Either way, they will look at the potential idea of the Lazio star but only make a move if the price falls within their budget for a player in his last year of contract.
