Sky Sports: Monaco remain in Folarin Balogun race despite Chelsea's interest (reliability: 4 stars)

AS Monaco are determined to sign Folarin Balogun this summer even though the list of competitors continues to grow.

According to Sky Sports, the Ligue 1 side have held 'positive talks' with Arsenal over the 22-year-old's transfer before August 31.

Chelsea have now also entered the race for the striker as the Gunners continue to demand at least £50 million to let the American leave.

Balogun himself is open to joining both clubs as Mikel Arteta can't guarantee him a place in the starting XI over the course of the 2023/24 campaign.