Alex Iwobi’s father has calmed fears the Arsenal starlet could force a move through to Barcelona.
The Nigeria international has developed into a first-team regular for Arsene Wenger this season and his performances will certainly catch some of Europe’s biggest clubs if he continues in this way.
However, his father, Chuka, has dismissed reports claiming his son would be open to leaving Arsenal for the reigning La Liga champions.
“In football, you never say no,” his father told African Football, via AS. “But at this point in time, he is at the right place. He’s doing well at Arsenal, but should any club come for him now, the answer would certainly be no.
“For him now, it’s not about the money. So, should a club like Barcelona come with more money, he will certainly stay back at Arsenal because now it is not about him making money, it’s about him concentrating on his career, progressing and going on to the next stage.”
Iwobi still has four years remaining on the contract he signed with Arsenal last season and is now ahead of the likes of Lucas Perez, Aaron Ramsey and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain in the pecking order for places in Arsenal’s glittering midfield.
No Arsenal player has registered more assists in the Premier League this season than Iwobi (3).
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