Nicolas Pepe s possible destinations this summer

 Nicolas Pepe s possible destinations this summer

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3 potential destinations for Nicolas Pepe

Nicolas Pepe wants to leave Arsenal. Big things were expected from Nicolas Pepe when he joined Arsenal for club-record from Lille FC in the summer transfer window of 2019. However, the Ivory Coast international has failed to justify the transfer fee the Gunners paid to sign him. He has played 80 English Premier League games for the club so far, scoring 16 goals. Arsenal will sit down at the end of the season with Nicolas Pépé and his agent to discuss his future. The winger has two-years left on his deal and is expected to leave in the summer.

(Source: Evening Standard) Arsenal will sit down at the end of the season with Nicolas Pépé and his agent to discuss his future. The winger has two-years left on his deal and is expected to leave in the summer.(Source: Evening Standard) Pepe fell down the pecking order at the Emirates Stadium last season, starting just five games. According to the , the former Lille attacker wants to leave the Gunners in this transfer window. On that note, here's a list of three potential destinations for the winger should he decide to move on.

#3 West Ham United

David Moyes will look to sign a new attacker this summer. According to The Independent (via ), West Ham United have shown interest in signing Nicolas Pepe recently. Signing a new attacker will be a key priority for David Moyes, considering his lack of options upfront. Moyes only has , Michail Antonio, and Said Benrahma as senior attackers in the squad. Pepe's style of play should tune in well with Moyes's tactical philosophy, who likes his team to play counter-attacking football. The Ivory Coast international also has experience of European football, which could play a key role in the Hammers' campaign. According to the , the Gunners are demanding a transfer fee in the region of £25 million for Pepe. It remains to be seen if David Moyes is willing to pay that sum to bring the Ivory Coast international to the London Stadium.

#2 Newcastle United

Newcastle United are set over a major overhaul under Eddie Howe this summer Only Vincent Aboubakar (5) has been directly involved in more goals at than Nicolas Pépé (3).

A goal and an assist for the Arsenal man against Algeria this evening.

Only Vincent Aboubakar (5) has been directly involved in more goals at than Nicolas Pépé (3). A goal and an assist for the Arsenal man against Algeria this evening. Newcastle United struggled offensively last season, scoring just 44 goals in 38 league games. Eddie Howe will look to sign a new attacker as he prepares for a major overhaul of his squad under new ownership this summer. Pepe is an explosive attacker who is known for his pace, dribbling skills and aerial ability. According to , he averaged 1.2 shots, one dribble, and a 0.9 aerial duel win per 90 last season. He also completed 83.7 per cent of his passes in the league. According to L'Équipe (via ), attacker Moussa Diaby is a priority signing for the Tyneside club this summer. However, the German side are reportedly demanding a transfer fee in the region of £63 million(as per ) to sell the France international. They could look to sign Pepe if they fail in their pursuit of Diaby.

#3 Paris Saint-Germain

PSG see Pepe as a replacement for Angel Di Maria According to Foot Mercato (via ), Paris Saint-Germain are eyeing a move for Nicolas Pepe. PSG see the winger as a replacement for Angel Di Maria, who is set to leave the club as a free agent. The winger enjoyed massive success during his time in Ligue 1 with Lille OSC. He played 74 league games during his time at Stade Pierre Mauroy, scoring 35 goals. He was named in the 'UNFP Ligue 1 Team of the Year 2018-19 and also won the 'UNFP Player of the Month' accolade twice. According to the aforementioned source, the Gunners have offered Pepe to several clubs in recent weeks. However, offloading him could be difficult due to his massive wages (£140,000 per week). Paul Merson predicts the result of Newcastle vs Chelsea and other EPL GW 16 fixtures! Poll : 0 votes Quick Links More from Sportskeeda Thank You! Show More Comments No thanks Delete Cancel Update Reply ❮ ❯ No thanks Delete Cancel Update Reply ❮ ❯ Be the first one to comment on this story More from Sportskeeda Fetching more content... 1 Logout No Results Found
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