New details emerge on Barcelona's pursuit of Arsenal midfielder of Nigerian descent

Barcelona's move for Arsenal midfielder of Nigeria descent could be off.

In a bid to strengthen the midfield of their subsidiary side, Barça Atlètic, the Spanish side were already considering getting Azeez on a free transfer despite having a year left on his contract but with Arsenal having a percentage from future sales.

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However, a report emanating from Spanish sports daily, Sport states that due to the financial situation of the Spanish giants, a move for the Hale End product now looks unlikely.

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The Catalonia-based club are now exploring a move for Ecuadorian midfielder Óscar Zambrano as requested by Barça Atlètic coach, Rafa Márquez as they still desire to strengthen the midfield

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Azeez spent last season on loan with Spanish side UD Ibiza and English Football League One club Wigan Athletic to get more first-team experience under his belt.

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He made 11 appearances for UD Ibiza before being recalled in January to join Wigan.

​However, the move to the English outfit was unsuccessful as he made just two appearances in his short spell at the club.

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The 20-year-old Azeez has played nonstop at Arsenal since the age of five, rising through the youth team ranks to make his professional debut in a Europa League clash with Dundalk in December 2020.

Adeyemi Adewale

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