Daily Cannon
·2 mai 2024
Daily Cannon
·2 mai 2024
Reports from Italy suggest the 20-year-old is disillusioned with life at the Emirates and could be tempted by a summer move to Serie A.
Juventus and AS Roma are reportedly leading the chase for his signature, but the situation is further complicated by conflicting reports about when his Arsenal contract actually expires.
Bournemouth’s English midfielder #04 Lewis Cook (R) fouls Swansea City’s English midfielder #18 Charlie Patino (L) during the English FA Cup fourth round football match between Bournemouth and Swansea City at the Vitality Stadium in Bournemouth, southern England on January 25, 2024. (Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images)
Uncertainty surrounds Charlie Patino’s future at Arsenal.
Italian media reports, namely CalcioMercato.it, claim the midfielder “has no intention of staying at Arsenal under Mikel Arteta.” Conflicting reports add to the intrigue, with Italian sources stating his contract ends this season, while English outlets suggest it runs until the summer of 2025.
The exact length of Patino’s contract plays a crucial role in his transfer prospects. If the Italian sources are correct, Juventus and AS Roma, who are reportedly vying for his signature, could secure the talented 20-year-old on a free transfer.
However, if the English reports are accurate, a transfer fee would be involved.
SWANSEA, WALES – APRIL 10: Charlie Patino of Swansea City battles for possession with Lewis Baker of Stoke City during the Sky Bet Championship match between Swansea City and Stoke City at Liberty Stadium on April 10, 2024 in Swansea, Wales. (Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images)
Whether or not Arteta is directly involved, Patino may be considering an exit for several reasons. Perhaps he’s concerned about breaking into Arsenal’s strong first team or is simply captivated by the prospect of playing in Serie A. Juventus have been pushing for him to join them for over a year and that sort of attention must be head-turning.
The allure of Italy’s top-flight could offer the young midfielder a unique platform to showcase his skill.
The race for Patino is further complicated by the simultaneous battle between Juventus and Roma for Italian scout Michele Fratini.