Nicolas Pepe Undergoes a Medical Test at Arsenal

DBasia.news –  The young Lille star, Nicolas Pepe, is getting closer to joining Arsenal. Reportedly, the Gunners have prepared an agenda for medical tests for the 24-year-old wing attacker.

Nicolas Pepe became the talk of town after his impressive performance last season. The player packed 23 goals plus 12 assists in various events.

That appearance has made Nicolas Pepe hunted by Liverpool. Napoli and Manchester United. However, Arsenal, who have had just entered the race in last place, overtook them to the top.

Initially, Napoli reportedly had sent an official offer to Lille. Il Partenopei is willing to meet Lille’s demand of 80 million euros.

However, Napoli’s intention was struck by the player’s wishes. Reportedly, Pepe is not interested in playing in Napoli.

The opportunity was used by Arsenal to bid with the same amount as Napoli. The difference is, Arsenal can only pay by installments.

Arsenal have also sent a contract offer to Nicolas Pepe. The Gunners are ready to tie the player from Ivory Coast for the next five years. Pepe will also be one of the highest paid players at Arsenal.

Based on the circulating news, Nicolas Pepe has given approval to play at Arsenal next season. Reportedly, he will conduct a medical test before the end of next week.

Meanwhile, Lille does not object to releasing Nicolas Pepe as the demand of 80 million euros has been fulfilled. The President of Lille, Gerard Lopez, said that at this time there were four offers coming in.

“About Pepe, we have received offers from four big clubs. Now, the player will decide with the contracts that have been submitted by the four clubs,” Lopez said as quoted by the Daily Star.