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Arsenal have reportedly suffered a setback in their search for a new forward.
Aston Villa have reportedly rejected an Arsenal bid for their ridiculously prolific striker Jhon Duran, demanding a significantly higher transfer fee.
The 20-year-old Colombia international joined the Villans from MLS side Chicago Fire in the winter transfer window of 2022, after they lost starting striker Danny Ings.
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Arsenal see bid rejected
The Gunners have been evaluating the striker market for multiple transfer windows and they have been strongly linked with a move for Duran, as have Chelsea and Manchester United.
According to a recent report from Colombian publication Antena 2, the Gunners calcified their interest, tabling a €55 million offer to Aston Villa. However, their offer was immediately rejected by the Birmingham-based side.
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Villa are said to have demanded at least €85 million to release Duran to whichever suitor is willing to match it; otherwise, they are happy to keep him, as manager Unai Emery and Sporting Director Monchi have reiterated on multiple occasions.
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