Xabi Alonso receives another resounding rejection

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17/10/26 13:30:00

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Myles Lewis-Skelly, an English midfielder aged 19, wants to stay at Arsenal despite being offered to Chelsea and Manchester United during this transfer window. The player prefers to compete for a spot under Mikel Arteta rather than switch clubs, currently ruling out the option of joining Xabi Alonso's team.

This decision comes after his future was cast in doubt following the arrival of Bruno Guimarães. Arsenal paid around £75 million for the Brazilian, significantly increasing competition for midfield minutes.

Myles Lewis-Skelly wants to remain at Arsenal

Lewis-Skelly ended the previous season gaining prominence as a midfielder after also featuring as a left-back. The academy product appeared in 36 matches throughout the season, though starting in only five Premier League games.

His situation shifted towards the end. Arteta began deploying him as a left-sided midfielder, even granting him a starting spot in the Champions League final, showcasing his development within the first team rotation.

He will now have to compete with a midfield that includes Declan Rice, Martin Zubimendi, Mikel Merino, and Bruno Guimarães, alongside Martin Odegaard in more advanced positions. The arrival of the Brazilian seemingly limits the space available for the young Englishman.

This scenario led to his name circulating in the market. Manchester United and Chelsea were informed of the possibility of signing him, yet Lewis-Skelly has expressed his desire to stay in North London and fight to reclaim his place.

The player also has no contractual need to seek an exit. He renewed his deal with Arsenal in June 2025, tying him to the club until June 30, 2030, ensuring the club retains complete control over his future.

Lewis-Skelly rejects Xabi Alonso's project

The Chelsea option meant staying in London and working under Xabi Alonso, but the English international currently does not consider this move. His priority lies in establishing himself at the club where he was nurtured.

The economic context also explains why a sale has been pondered. As a product of Arsenal's academy, any transfer would positively impact the club's finances after the summer investment.

Reports in England vary. Some sources value him around £45 million, while others push the figure up to £60 million, initially discouraging Manchester United. However, Xabi Alonso is also interested in Zubimendi.

Guimarães' signing will be the main sporting obstacle for Lewis-Skelly. The Brazilian can play as a defensive or central midfielder, allowing Arteta to rotate players like Rice and Zubimendi, the very positions where the young academy product gained minutes towards the end of last season.

For now, Myles Lewis-Skelly has chosen to stay. The next step will come when the season starts, and Mikel Arteta defines his rotation; if his minutes significantly decrease, Chelsea's and other clubs' interest could reignite his situation before the market closes.

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