Arsenal regret losing Chukwueze for just £4m

English side, Arsenal are now regretting to have lost Samuel Chukwueze three years ago when his value was just £4m.

The Gunners, Chelsea, Manchester City and Liverpool are among the clubs that have been linked to the 20-year-old Villarreal star whose value has now skyrocketed to  £60million.

The in-demand winger was heavily linked with a move to the Gunners three years ago, but his academy blocked the move.

Speaking to Tribal Football, Chukwueze said: “It was very close for me to sign for Arsenal, I almost had the contract in my hands.

“Unfortunately, it did not work out fine with my academy due to the side of agreement and payment.

“They did not agree with the terms of the contract.

“I was very happy thinking of signing and dreaming of playing for Arsenal, but my academy did not allow it to happen.”

Just three years later, the Nigeria international’s valuation has rocketed up to around £60m.

He has attracted a wide range of interest after scoring four goals and adding a further four assists in 26 appearances this season.

Former Arsenal star Santi Cazorla has confirmed his former club’s interest in his team-mate at Villarreal.

When asked if he gets many calls from England about Chukwueze or Pau Torres, he said: “Yes, friends from Arsenal especially.

“They ask me about them and think they can make the jump to the Premier League tomorrow.

“It’s good that great teams are interested in young players from Villarreal, but for the moment I tell them to leave them alone.

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“They still have to take steps forward. They both have a great personality, and their feet are on the ground.”