Chido Obi-Martin: Bayern Munich plot audacious raid for 32-goal Danish-Nigerian striker at Arsenal
Bundesliga giants and dethroned champions Bayern Munich have set their sights on Arsenal's prized young striker, Chido Obi-Martin.
The 16-year-old sensation, who is eligible to represent both Denmark and Nigeria at the international level, has been the talk of the town after an awe-inspiring campaign with the Gunners' youth sides.
Bayern eye Arsenal wonderkid
Obi-Martin finished the season with a remarkable tally of 32 goals, including a stunning 10-goal haul against Liverpool.
According to reports from Metro, Bayern Munich have launched an aggressive pursuit of the youngster, offering him an enticing deal to lure him away from the Emirates Stadium.
The Bavarian powerhouse is keen on strengthening their ranks with young, promising talents as they look to rebuild under the guidance of new manager Vincent Kompany.
Arsenal, however, have not taken this challenge lightly. The North London club has already made Obi-Martin an offer, aware of the rising interest in the prodigy.
But with the likes of Borussia Dortmund and FC Copenhagen also reportedly monitoring the situation, the Gunners' resolve have been severely tested.
The Danish-Nigerian striker's recent signing with the Elite Project Group agency, which also represents Bukayo Saka, Eddie Nketiah, and Folarin Balogun, has further added to the intrigue surrounding his future.
The agency's connections and influence within the game could play a crucial role in determining where Obi-Martin's next chapter unfolds.
According to transfer guru, Fabrizio Romano, Obi-Martin, who scored seven goals in a game, has decided to leave Arsenal, with Manchester United the favoured to snap him up.
Arsenal consider Chido Obi Martin gone, despite big proposal from #AFC he's leaving the club," Fabrizio stated in a post.
Chido has also visited Manchester United, who are pushing to sign him, Newcastle, Monaco, and Frankfurt also made contact with him and his camp.
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