Charlie Patino is still looking to make a permanent move this summer, despite a lack of progress on a transfer so far, with Arsenal hoping to include a buy-back clause.

Fabrizio Romano reports that although the situation has gone quiet for the moment, nothing has changed in Charlie Patino’s case.

The midfielder still wants a new challenge and a permanent exit this summer, whilst Arsenal are still looking to include a buy-back clause in any potential deal.

For the time being, it’s clear that nothing is advanced. But Patino is still expecting to leave north London by the end of the summer.

In May, The Athletic’s David Ornstein broke the news that Patino is set to leave Arsenal permanently this summer.

The midfielder is reportedly keen to play regular first-team football, and the Gunners are unlikely to be able to offer that, particularly given they’re chasing major summer signings.

Patino is also unwilling to make another loan move. A permanent exit seems to be the only real option on the table for him.

Sam Dean of The Telegraph was then the first to report that there’s an expectation Arsenal could try to include a buy-back clause as part of any sale this summer, with various other sources confirming that possibility.

Patino spent the season on loan with Blackpool, making 37 appearances, scoring three goals, and providing four assists.

His loan spell has mostly been spoken about positively despite the disappointment around the team’s relegation.

Before that, the youngster had made his breakthrough into the Arsenal first team last season, with debut appearances in the League Cup and FA Cup.