Reiss Nelson would prefer to remain in London this summer, amid Fulham’s talks to sign him and their recent competing bids for Shakhtar Donetsk winger Kevin.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND: Reiss Nelson of Fulham during the Premier League match between Everton FC and Fulham FC at Goodison Park on October 26, 2024. (Photo by Matt McNulty/Getty Images)
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Simon Collings reports for Standard Sport that Reiss Nelson is looking for a new club for the 2025/26 campaign, and his preference is believed to be staying in London.
Fulham have shown an interest in the Arsenal winger, and the player would be happy to return to the club after his loan spell last season. For Arsenal’s part, the Gunners are open to offers.
Yet Fulham have also shown a recent desire to sign Shakhtar Donetsk winger Kevin, albeit that their bids have been unsuccessful so far.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Reiss Nelson of Fulham celebrates scoring his team's third goal during the Premier League match between Fulham FC and Newcastle United FC at Craven Cottage on September 21, 2024. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)
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Fabrizio Romano reported on August 6th that Shakhtar had rejected an initial bid of €30m (£25.9m) plus add-ons, with the total package close to €40m (£34.5m).
Romano then added on August 10th that Fulham had made a new offer of €37m (£32m) plus add-ons, but again Shakhtar are insisting on €50m (£43.2m) for the player.
As long as Fulham remain in the race for Kevin, and as long as Shakhtar push the price up, it becomes increasingly unlikely the club will also be willing to pay up for Nelson. But perhaps if the Kevin deal falls apart, Nelson’s move will become a higher priority transfer.
PRESTON, ENGLAND: Reiss Nelson of Fulham is put under pressure by Josh Bowler of Preston North End during the Carabao Cup Third Round match between Preston North End and Fulham at Deepdale on September 17, 2024. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)
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Nelson remains with Arsenal for the time being, taking part in the first-team media day on Tuesday. The winger made a few appearances in pre-season, though he’s been somewhat sidelined since Noni Madueke’s inclusion.
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