Earlier this week, we relayed news from Spain suggesting that Real Madrid are aware of Arsenal’s interest in Marco Asensio.
It was also explained the La Liga side have ‘no problem’ to make the forward available for a sale in the summer if he refuses to sign an extension.
His current deal expires in 2023 and Sport state his renewal is on ‘stand by’. Although both parties have the desire to continue their association, there are conditions that could see them part ways in the summer, thus benefitting Arsenal.
One of them is Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland’s possible arrivals in Madrid in the summer will see the 26-year-old drop further down the pecking order next season.
The other issue is related to the finances as the Spain international is one of the lowest earners at the Bernabéu. Carlo Ancelotti’s side want to extend the player’s contract, but will not reach the salary requested by him.
With the renewal negotiations on ‘stand by’, the ex-Mallorca man is ‘waiting for events’ to make a decision.
If there is no renewal at Real Madrid, ‘they will open the door’ for his sale, provided they receive a ‘good offer’.
When discussing suitors, Mikel Arteta’s side are tagged as they are among the clubs ‘most interested’ to sign him.
Arsenal, for now, are waiting for Asensio to make a decision before bidding to acquire his services in the next window.
