Manchester United talks for Arsenal starlet Chido Obi-Martin has entered advanced stage.
Obi-Martin has made a name for himself as one of the best players in the Arsenal academy.
His record for Arsenal U18s stands at a devastating 32 goals in just 21 appearances, which has impressed not only Gunners coaches but also scouts from other clubs.
The Denmark youth international has been weighing up whether to pen a professional contract with Arsenal or join a new club that might offer him a better pathway to first-team football.
The fact Obi-Martin is considering a transfer away from Arsenal is music to the ears of Man Utd, who have moved in quickly to try and destroy the Gunners’ offer.
Over the weekend, it emerged that Arsenal felt they had offered Obi-Martin a fair package, but he had rejected it and swiftly begun talks with Man Utd chiefs instead.
According to an update from journalist Wayne Veysey, (via teamTALK) those discussions are now ‘advanced’ as Man United close in on the exciting attacker’s signing.
Man United have sent Obi-Martin a ‘magnificent’ contract offer, which he is poised to accept. It is unclear exactly how much the teenager will earn if he heads to Old Trafford, but it will likely be a huge sum for a player in Man United’s youth ranks.
Despite Obi-Martin’s top-class potential, his tender age means it is a signing for the future from Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Man United.
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