Arsenal striker Folarin Balogun has hinted he could be open to a summer time switch transfer following a profitable mortgage spell final season. The 22-year-old is at present concerned with the Gunners' pre-season preparations however may see his future lie away from North London.

Balogun has rejoined the Premier League facet after spending the earlier season on mortgage at Ligue 1 facet Stade Reims. The USMNT striker earned a number of plaudits whereas enjoying in France with 25 aim contributions in 39 video games, ending fourth within the French league's prime scorer listing.

The mortgage transfer got here after solely managing a handful of appearances for Arsenal since becoming a member of the facet as a youth in 2008. Since returning to Mikel Arteta's side, Balogun has spoken out about his plans for subsequent season, though the matter is out of his arms.

Speaking to 90min, Balogun mentioned: "I was away for the year, so I'm just back, I'm obviously just focused on pre-season with the team. I'm really just focused here and of course, my agent and my family are dealing with this."

Despite leaving the choice as much as his agent, it is clear that the Brooklyn-born striker just isn't desirous to spend one other Premier League season on the bench. "I obviously went away and the aim of me going away was to prove I can play first-team football," he mentioned speaking to CBS.

"Obviously, me coming back, I had a good season. I felt I was able to do that and play at that level so coming back, it's not really much of a situation where I think I need to try extra hard to prove something.

"It's a call that is not with me, it is with the folks greater up. I'm positive they will make that call and no matter occurs, I'm cool with it."

Recent studies have linked the Arsenal teen with a transfer to Serie A giants Inter Milan. According to The Athletic the Italian facet are but to make a bid, however a suggestion of £40 million is predicted to be provided.

The transfer would see Balogun be part of considered one of his USMNT worldwide teammates within the league. Christian Pulisic is Italy's most up-to-date signing, however opted for a transfer to Inter's rivals AC Milan. The 24-year-old USMNT ahead joined the facet for £20 million after 4 years within the Premier League with Chelsea.