Arsenal midfielder Emile Smith Rowe is reportedly expected to leave the North London club and join Fulham this summer.
According to reputed Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, Fulham are set to sign 24-year-old Arsenal academy graduate Emile Smith Rowe, and talks are currently advancing between the two clubs. Mikel Arteta has also confirmed that discussions are underway, and the transfer could be completed soon.
The Englishman has struggled for regular game time at Arsenal, and he needs to leave the club in order to play more often. Fulham could be able to provide him with the opportunity he needs right now.
Smith Rowe has struggled to hold down a regular starting spot, and he is unlikely to be handed opportunities ahead of Martin Odegaard in the upcoming campaign. It makes sense for him to move on in search of regular playing time.
Emile Smith Rowe could be an exciting addition
The English midfielder was regarded as one of the finest young prospects in English football prior to his injury blow, and he will look to get back to that level. He was an important first team player for Arsenal under Unai Emery.
However, injuries have halted his development. He remains a top quality talent with a bright future, and it remains to be seen whether Fulham can get the best out of him. The 24-year-old is capable of operating as a central attacking midfielder as well as a winger. He will add goals and creativity to the side.
The midfielder is still quite young, and he has plenty of time to get his career back on track and fulfil his tremendous potential. It will be interesting to see if Smith Rowe can make the most of his time at Fulham.
Fulham have a competitive squad, and they will look to push for a top half finish next season. They look quite toothless in the attack last season and signing a quality playmaker could prove to be a wise decision. The 24-year-old will help create goalscoring opportunities for his teammates and get on the scoresheet himself as well. Regular football in the Premier League with the Cottagers could bring out the best in the Arsenal academy graduate once again.
