Arsenal And Chelsea Set For Talks Over Noni Madueke Transfer

Arsenal are preparing to talk directly with Chelsea about signing winger Noni Madueke. He has agreed to join Arsenal on a five-year contract lasting until June 2030.

A previous report confirmed that he agreed to terms for the contract.

The main issue now is that Arsenal and Chelsea have different views on how much he is worth.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Arsenal want Madueke to strengthen their wing options. They have agreed on salary and contract length with him. However, discussions between the clubs are just starting. Arsenal are planning to make their first offer. Chelsea value Madueke higher and want Arsenal to meet their price. Reports suggest Chelsea might want Arsenal’s youngster Ethan Nwaneri in a swap deal. Arsenal would want extra compensation for this kind of exchange.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Last season, Madueke, 23, made 31 league appearances, scoring seven goals and providing six assists for Chelsea.

According to a previous report, he helped Chelsea finish fourth in the Premier League, guaranteeing Champions League qualification.

New signings at Stamford Bridge could limit Madueke’s future playing time. Arsenal have only signed goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga so far and want to add an attacking option to back up or compete with Bukayo Saka and Ethan Nwaneri. Arsenal finished second in the Premier League last season with 70 points and a previous report confirmed their season finish.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR CLUBS AND PLAYER?

Arsenal and Chelsea are about to start discussions and need to agree on Madueke’s value for the deal to go through. Arsenal are also considering other options, like Eberechi Eze from Crystal Palace, so they do not overpay. Chelsea’s next match is the Club World Cup final on July 13 as confirmed by a previous report.

Arsenal are getting ready for their Premier League opener against Manchester United in August. Successful talks over Madueke could impact both teams’ attacking lines for the 2025/26 season.