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Polish club in talks with Arsenal over 19yo’s transfer

Widzewie Łódź are interested in signing Michal Rosiak following the expiry of his Arsenal contract, with the two clubs in talks over a training compensation fee.

BOREHAMWOOD, ENGLAND: Michal Rosiak of Arsenal during the UEFA Youth League match between Arsenal and Shakhtar Donetsk at Meadow Park on October 22, 2024. (Photo by Harry Murphy/Getty Images)
Photo by Harry Murphy/Getty Images

Aleksander Bernard of Polish outlet Sport.pl reports that Polish first-tier side Widzewie Łódź are interested in signing Michal Rosiak following his departure from Arsenal this summer.

Widzewie Łódź are reportedly in talks with Arsenal regarding the training compensation amount they’d need to pay for Rosiak’s transfer.

Though he’s out of contract, Rosiak’s move would still earn the Gunners a fee as per FIFA regulations, as he’s an under-23 player who had an offer to stay in north London. It was Rosiak’s decision to leave, rather than Arsenal’s decision not to extend his deal.

LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 25: Michal Rosiak of Arsenal makes a pass during the FA Youth Cup Final match between Arsenal U18 and West Ham United U18 at Emirates Stadium on April 25, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)
Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images

Bernard adds that Rosiak has other options on the table, and nothing is 100% certain yet.

We know the former Gunner already had a trial with Wycombe Wanderers in League One, playing for the team in a few pre-season fixtures and even scoring in a win over Cheltenham Town. But Wycombe have now kicked off their competitive campaign without him.

At the time, there were also suggestions that Serie A club Lecce were tracking the player for a potential move.

Michal Rosiak celebrates a goal for the Arsenal u18s (Photo via Arsenal.com)
Photo via Arsenal.com

As well as playing for the Arsenal academy, Rosiak has also represented the Polish national team at various youth levels, from u15 up to u19. He may now have the opportunity to return and play in the country of his birth.

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