Transfer update: Nicolas Pepe breaks silence on £65m summer switch

Arsenal are one of many clubs interested in Nicolas Pepe to strengthen their forward line ahead of next season. Manchester United and Chelsea are also keen on the Ivorian international and would have more money to spend in the coming months. France Football reported last week that Arsenal have opened talks with Lille about a potential transfer but the French club’s asking price will be too high for the Gunners. Pepe has himself given update on his transfer but refused to speak about his decision. "We don’t talk about it, the season is not over yet," he told beIN Sports. “Once it is finished we will be able to talk about it, but now no.” It’s also thought that Arsenal’s budget for the summer will be around £40million, while Lille will ask for around £65m for Pepe.

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