Arsenal and FC Barcelona are reportedly leading the race to sign Christian Kofane this summer.
The Bayer Leverkusen striker has enjoyed an impressive breakthrough season since joining the German side from Albacete last summer.
So far, the 19-year-old has registered seven goals and nine assists in 44 appearances across all competitions.
Daily Arsenal exclusively reported on April 1 that discussions have opened over a potential summer move for Kofane.
His agent, Eric Depolo, also exclusively told Daily Arsenal that preparations are being made for an offer for his client ahead of the transfer window.
Now, a fresh update has emerged regarding the striker’s future.
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Two clubs showing concrete interest in signing Kofane
According to AfricaFoot, Arsenal and Barcelona are currently in pole position to secure Kofane’s signature.
Although several other European giants — including Bayern Munich, Chelsea and Newcastle — are also monitoring the Cameroon international, Arsenal and Barcelona are believed to be showing the strongest interest at this stage.
Kofane’s current contract with Bayer Leverkusen runs until the summer of 2029.
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