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Negotiations between Arsenal and RB Leipzig over highly-rated striker Benjamin \u0160e\u0161ko are officially underway, with early discussions centering on the structure of a potential deal that could exceed \u20ac80 million.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sources close to the situation confirm that a meeting took place in London earlier this week between club executives, including Leipzig\u2019s Marcel Sch\u00e4fer and Arsenal\u2019s Andrea Berta, signalling the Gunners\u2019 serious intent to land the Slovenian forward. While \u0160e\u0161ko\u2019s release clause is understood to be set north of \u20ac80 million, it remains uncertain whether Arsenal can commit to the full package upfront.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The North London club is currently exploring creative payment options to make the deal viable within their financial framework. Talks remain at a preliminary stage, but there is growing optimism that a compromise could be reached.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Despite the strong focus on \u0160e\u0161ko, Arsenal continue to keep tabs on Sporting CP\u2019s Victor Gy\u00f6keres, who remains a priority target. For now, however, all eyes are on Leipzig\u2019s No. 30, as the Gunners look to bolster their attacking options ahead of a pivotal summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Further developments are expected in the coming days as negotiations progress.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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