Headline: Manchester United Eyes Myles Lewis-Skelly as Arsenal Remains Firm on £50 Million Price Tag
Manchester United maintains hope that Arsenal might be convinced to sell Myles Lewis-Skelly. The Red Devils have long admired the talented 19-year-old, who has also attracted attention from Chelsea.
However, Mikel Arteta, the manager of Arsenal, has expressed confidence that Lewis-Skelly will remain at the Emirates Stadium.
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The promising young player took the field against Manchester City in the Community Shield and played in the Premier League opener against Coventry City.
As reported by The Sun, Lewis-Skelly’s significant involvement is partly due to Martin Zubimendi’s form and Mikel Merino’s late return after Spain’s World Cup final triumph.
Arsenal has set a valuation of £50 million for the England international. This hefty price tag makes it unlikely that a club will meet the asking price, reinforcing Arteta’s belief in the player’s retention.
Manchester United is actively looking to strengthen their squad by securing a new left-back before the summer transfer window closes.
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Tyrell Malacia has departed on a free transfer, and Patrick Dorgu is currently utilized in a more offensive position. Luke Shaw remains the preferred left-back, but he is in the final year of his contract at Old Trafford.
Lewis-Skelly stands out as one of Arsenal’s most promising academy prospects. He has already accumulated 77 senior appearances and contributed eight goals.
Although he faced challenges in securing regular playing time last season, his importance grew significantly as the campaign progressed.
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Manchester United are still hopeful Arsenal could be persuaded to sell Myles Lewis-Skelly.
The Red Devils have been long-term admirers of the 19-year-old, who has also generated interest from Chelsea.
But manager Mikel Arteta said he was confident Lewis Skelly would stay at the Emirates Stadium.
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The talented teenager started against Manchester City in the Community Shield and the Premier League opener against Coventry City.
According to The Sun, Lewis Skelly’s prominent role is partly due to Martin Zubimendi’s struggles and the late return of Mikel Merino, who featured in Spain’s World Cup final victory.
Arsenal have slapped a £50 million price tag on the England international. Their asking price is unlikely to be met by a club, which has fuelled Arteta’s confidence in keeping the player.
Man United seek to add a new left-back before the end of the summer transfer window.
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Tyrell Malacia has left on a free transfer, and Patrick Dorgu plays in a more attacking role.
Luke Shaw is their first-choice left-back, but he entered the final 12 months of his contract at Old Trafford.
Lewis Skelly is one of the brightest talents to come out of Arsenal’s academy. He has already made 77 senior appearances, weighing in with eight goal contributions.
The youngster struggled for regular opportunities last season, but he became increasingly important towards the end of the campaign.
Stats from Transfermarkt
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