ARSENAL and Chelsea will reportedly go head-to-head to sign 17-year-old star Quaine Bartley from AFC Wimbledon.
The forward was previously with Tottenham’s academy and has also attracted interest from Leeds.
AFC Wimbledon’s Quaine Bartley has attracted interest from Arsenal, Chelsea and LeedsCredit: AFC Wimbledon
Bartley only turned 17 on October 28 and seems destined for big things.
The Dons have described his as a ‘gem’.
And his performances are set to spark a three-way transfer battle between the Premier League giants, according to Teamtalk.
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The teenager is already said to be training with Glyn Hodges’ first team squad on a regular basis.
His quick feet and razor sharp control have seen him go up in the estimations of many senior figures at the South London club.
But despite the Premier League attention, the youngster is not said to be pushing for a move away.
His focus instead remains on making his first team debut at New Plough Lane this season.
In a quote on Wimbledon’s website, Bartley said: “Remember my name because I’ll be next up to help make new history at this club.”
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At Chelsea, Frank Lampard has insisted Olivier Giroud is still in his plans despite the Frenchman wanting a move away in January.
In North London, the Gunners are said to be eyeing a shock transfer for Sander Berge from struggling Sheffield United who lost 1-0 at home to West Ham on Sunday.
And the police have been called in to investigate ‘racist abuse and death threats’ aimed at Nicolas Pepe and Ezgjan Alioski after the pair clashed in the 0-0 draw between Leeds and Arsenal at Elland Road on Sunday.
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Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
