Arsenal in Talks to Sign Samir Khedira Amid Salary Dispute
Arsenal is reportedly keen to secure the services of German midfielder Samir Khedira, but negotiations have hit a snag over the player’s wage demands.
According to journalist Jose Luis Sanchez from Spanish broadcaster La Sexta, Khedira, a World Cup winner with Germany and currently at Real Madrid, has shown willingness to lower his salary expectations in order to facilitate a move to the Emirates Stadium.
Initially, the 27-year-old was seeking a weekly wage of €190,000, but recent reports suggest he is now prepared to accept €170,000 per week, a significant reduction aimed at sealing the deal with Arsenal.
However, it remains unclear whether the Gunners will accept this revised offer, as salary negotiations continue to be a sticking point between the two parties.
If Arsenal rejects the offer, Khedira may remain with Real Madrid for the upcoming season before potentially leaving the Spanish giants on a free transfer when his contract expires in June 2015.
Khedira’s move to Arsenal would represent a major boost for the Premier League side, who have been actively looking to strengthen their midfield ahead of the new season.
The German international’s versatility, work rate, and experience at the highest level could provide Arsenal with much-needed depth and quality in the middle of the park.
Real Madrid, meanwhile, appear willing to let the midfielder leave, perhaps in an effort to trim their wage bill and refresh their squad under coach Carlo Ancelotti.
The next few weeks will be crucial in determining Khedira’s future, with both clubs and the player weighing up their options ahead of the transfer window deadline.
For now, fans will be watching closely as Arsenal attempts to complete a deal that could prove pivotal for their ambitions next season.
