Arsenal goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga has been offered to Juventus through his representative, according to Tuttosport.
The Spaniard joined the Gunners from the Blues for £5 million last summer and had a good season as David Raya’s deputy.
Arrizabalaga had a £5m release clause in his contract this summer, but The Athletic recently confirmed that option has expired.
This has not ended speculation over his future, and his agent Arturo Canales has now offered Juventus the opportunity to sign him.
A potential swap deal with Michele Di Gregorio has been proposed, but the Bianconeri are not keen on landing the former Blues man.
Juventus are presently focused on recruiting Aston Villa shot-stopper Emiliano Martinez.
Arsenal unlikely to part ways with Arrizabalaga
Arrizabalaga, described as ‘world-class‘ by Manchester City midfielder Mateo Kovacic, made 12 appearances as Arsenal’s second-choice goalkeeper last term.
He primarily played in the Cup competitions under manager Mikel Arteta.
The 31-year-old was pretty good between the sticks, barring his unforgettable blunder in the Carabao Cup final against Manchester City in March (2-0 loss).
Arrizabalaga received criticism from some fans after the horror moment, but he continues to be valued highly as a second-choice goalkeeper at the club.
Arsenal recently confirmed the arrival of Illan Meslier on a free transfer from Leeds United, but the Frenchman is only viewed as a third-choice in goal.
With just a month left in the transfer window, Arsenal may not contemplate parting ways with Arrizabalaga unless they receive a lucrative offer.
That appears unlikely, given the lack of genuine transfer interest. Juventus have distanced themselves and no club have approached the Gunners so far.
Arsenal are in a strong position to keep Arrizabalaga with no buy-out clause present. We anticipate him continuing as the Cup goalkeeper next season.
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