FC Zurich have made an enquiry for Nathan Butler-Oyedeji ahead of the January transfer window as the Arsenal prospect is not keen to renew his deal.
According to Football Insider, Nathan Butler-Oyedeji is the subject of interest from Swiss side FC Zurich ahead of the January transfer window. The 21-year-old attacking prospect is not ready to sign a new deal with Arsenal that could pave the way for a move away from the club in search of regular first-team action.
Arsenal view Nathan Butler-Oyedeji as a fantastic prospect for the future, following his excellent development from the academy ranks. The Gunners are eager to keep him on board and have even discussed the possibility of a new contract, although the 21-year-old attacking prospect is not ready to commit.
Butler-Oyedeji has found chances to make a mark on Mikel Arteta difficult, as he might seek regular first-team action. He did make the bench for one Premier League game this season against Southampton and was part of the bench on four occasions in the Champions League this term.
While Arsenal are reportedly trying to keep him at the club, he will see how the market responds before making a decision. Borussia Monchengladbach held an interest a while ago, and now FC Zurich have come in with an enquiry.
The Swiss side are eager to bolster their attack after a somewhat disappointing start to the season. The idea of signing a solid attacking prospect who is eager for regular first-team action will be seen as a good opportunity by the Swiss outfit. Any move will depend on what Zurich can offer from a sporting side of things, which will require a good pathway for the immediate future.
Butler-Oyedeji’s departure a blow for Arsenal
Arsenal have been working hard to retain their academy talents, and they have indeed given plenty of opportunities to some of their promising names. The likes of Myles Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri are now first-team players, and that is where Butler-Oyedeji aspires to be.
The Gunners have lost a lot of their promising academy talents over the last few windows, with Amario Cozier-Duberry and Reuell Walters leaving for opportunities elsewhere. Keeping homegrown stars is what the club aspires to do given this day and age of PSR rules, which does make the possible departue of Butler-Oyedeji a blow for their ideas.