'I'm not aware' - Transfer guru Romano sets the record straight on Osimhen to Arsenal rumours

Italian transfer market guru Fabrizio Romano has set the record straight on rumours linking Nigeria international Victor Osimhen with a summer transfer to Premier League club Arsenal. 

Romano has insisted that no negotiations have taken place between the parties amid speculation in the media that the striker's intermediary recently flew to London for contract talks with the Gunners.

Osimhen is being linked with a move to the Premier League after an outstanding season at Napoli that saw him score 18 goals from 32 all-competition appearances.

Romano admitted that Arsenal are in the market for a striker and Manchester City's Brazil star Gabriel Jesus remains their number one target.

"As of today, I am not aware of an advanced negotiation for Victor Osimhen to Arsenal," Romano told caughtoffside.

"So far there is no proposal on the table, sources close to the club guarantee.

"Arsenal are waiting for answers from Gabriel Jesus, who is the priority target, but who also interests other clubs."

Osimhen's contract expires on June 30, 2025 but Napoli would reportedly entertain offers in excess of 100 million euros.

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