AS Monaco midfielder, Youssouf Fofana, has reportedly piqued the interest of Premier League clubs, including Arsenal, Newcastle United, and West Ham.

As the summer transfer window opens, these clubs are eyeing the talented 24-year-old, potentially leading to some significant changes on the pitch next season.

LEVERKUSEN, GERMANY - FEBRUARY 16: Youssouf Fofana of Monaco in action during the UEFA Europa League knockout round play-off leg one match between Bayer 04 Leverkusen and AS Monaco at BayArena on February 16, 2023 in Leverkusen, Germany. (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)
LEVERKUSEN, GERMANY – FEBRUARY 16: Youssouf Fofana of Monaco in action during the UEFA Europa League knockout round play-off leg one match between Bayer 04 Leverkusen and AS Monaco at BayArena on February 16, 2023 in Leverkusen, Germany. (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)
  • Youssouf Fofana, AS Monaco’s midfielder, is attracting interest from Arsenal, Newcastle United, and West Ham, among others.
  • Valued at €35m, Fofana could be seen as a potential replacement for Declan Rice at West Ham, who is linked with a move to Arsenal and Manchester City.
  • While Premier League clubs are showing interest, Fofana is also drawing attention from Serie A’s Inter Milan and AS Roma.

Premier League clubs show interest in Fofana

AS Monaco’s talented midfielder, Youssouf Fofana, is gaining considerable attention from several Premier League clubs, with Arsenal, Newcastle United, and West Ham United reportedly expressing interest.

Monaco's French midfielder Youssouf Fofana (R) and Monaco's French forward Wissam Ben Yedder (L) warm up prior to the French L1 football match between AS Monaco and FC Lorient at the Louis II Stadium (Stade Louis II) in the Principality of Monaco on April 16, 2023. (Photo by CLEMENT MAHOUDEAU/AFP via Getty Images)
Monaco’s French midfielder Youssouf Fofana (R) and Monaco’s French forward Wissam Ben Yedder (L) warm up prior to the French L1 football match between AS Monaco and FC Lorient at the Louis II Stadium (Stade Louis II) in the Principality of Monaco on April 16, 2023. (Photo by CLEMENT MAHOUDEAU/AFP via Getty Images)

Fofana, who made his mark this season as a France international, could be set for a move from Monaco as his contract enters its final year.

As speculation about Declan Rice’s future continues, Fofana has emerged as a potential successor for the midfielder at West Ham.

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Rice has been heavily linked with a move to Arsenal, which could leave a significant gap in the Hammers’ midfield.

However, the Premier League clubs are not the only ones vying for Fofana’s skills.

MONACO, MONACO - FEBRUARY 23: Youssouf Fofana of AS Monaco battles for possession with Exequiel Palacios of Bayer 04 Leverkusen during the UEFA Europa League knockout round play-off leg two match between AS Monaco and Bayer 04 Leverkusen at Stade Louis II on February 23, 2023 in Monaco, Monaco. (Photo by Chris Ricco/Getty Images)
MONACO, MONACO – FEBRUARY 23: Youssouf Fofana of AS Monaco battles for possession with Exequiel Palacios of Bayer 04 Leverkusen during the UEFA Europa League knockout round play-off leg two match between AS Monaco and Bayer 04 Leverkusen at Stade Louis II on February 23, 2023 in Monaco, Monaco. (Photo by Chris Ricco/Getty Images)

Italian Serie A teams, Inter Milan and AS Roma, are also reportedly interested in the 24-year-old midfielder, making this a potentially international tug-of-war.

Monaco ready to sell

According to reports, Monaco view the upcoming summer as the perfect opportunity to cash in on Fofana, along with Axel Disasi who is rumoured to be Manchester United’s target.

The club’s reported price for parting with their influential midfielder stands at a minimum of €35m.

As the transfer window unfolds, Fofana’s future remains up in the air. With a wealth of options on the table, the coming months will provide clarity about the next stage of his professional career.

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