Barcelona pursues Folarin Balogun as Arsenal eyes profit from sale
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 2:35 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
Barcelona has expressed interest in acquiring Folarin Balogun from AS Monaco. The striker, who moved from Arsenal to Monaco in 2023, has impressed in France. Arsenal stands to gain financially from a potential transfer due to a 17.5% sell-on clause included in the original deal. Interest in Balogun is rising, particularly with Barcelona seeking to replace Robert Lewandowski. A transfer this summer could provide Balogun with a fresh challenge while benefiting Arsenal financially.
- •Barcelona is in the market for a new striker this summer.
- •Folarin Balogun has been performing well in Ligue 1.
- •Arsenal included a sell-on clause worth 17.5% in the original transfer.
- •Balogun seeks a new challenge after three years at Arsenal.
- •Several clubs, including Tottenham, are interested in Balogun.
- 2:35 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona targeting former Gunner whose move will earn Arsenal good money
"Arsenal made a good deal when they sold Folarin Balogun to AS Monaco in 2023, and they could be about to benefit from the agreement this summer.The striker is one of the best players to come through t...
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