According to reports from Calcio Mercato Web, Arsenal could sell Barogon if a sizable offer is received. The 22-year-old returned to Arsenal for pre-match training after a strong run for Rennes and is now joined by Inter Milan in the race for the US national team striker.
Balogon's future is fraught with speculation and Arsenal are at a crossroads with an important decision to make. The 22-year-old striker has two years left on his contract and Arsenal could sell him if he decides not to renew it.
Arteta wants to see what the striker can bring to his team and has already taken him to pre-match training camps in the United States. The team doesn't usually bring players who aren't on the list, but Balogon is still part of the Spaniard's plans.
After the 21-goal star performed well during his loan spell at Rennes, many teams were eager to sign him. RB Leipzig took a stand after expressing interest and there have been recent rumours of talks with Chelsea.
In fact, Arsenal has a number of options on the front line, including Gabriel Jesus, Eddie Nketia and newcomer Kay Havertz. Therefore, if Balogon wants to leave, they may consider selling Balogon for a good offer. Some reports say Arsenal are asking for £50m.
In the latest development in the forward search, Inter Milan is the latest team to express interest. Inzaghi is looking to buy another striker in addition to Marcus Thuram, who is on a free transfer. Dzeko has left and Romelu Lukaku will return to Chelsea with a planned move to Juventus.
They would have wanted to sign Romelu Lukaku but dropped the deal altogether after learning the Belgian was in talks with Juventus. Inter asked about Balogon's conditions, with Chelsea's striker no longer an option. They may negotiate with Arsenal, but the North Londoners will wait before selling.
In this window, the striker market has not progressed and Arsenal feel they can get better prices in the later stages. So while Balogun is still part of their pre-season camp, Arteta will be fully evaluated by the striker in three games in the United States.
While a transfer may still happen, Inter must take a stand and make a respectable offer to Arsenal. Arsenal will know that Inter may have money with the sale of Andre Onana and Marcelo Brozovic, which is not good for the Italian giants to pursue the 22-year-old.