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Arsenal of England youngster, Folarin Balogun is edging closer to a deal with English lower division side, Middlesbrough, as The Gunners have agree to send him on loan to The Rioverside, megasportsarena.com reports.
With the Nigerian-born England youth international yet to get game time in Arsenal’s senior squad, despite several spirited efforts in training and a number of fringe appearances, the London-based side have agreed to loan him to Boro.
He now follows in the footsteps of other Nigerian players that have starred for Boro, among whom were Yakubu Aiyegbeni, Victor Anichebe, Kenneth Omeruo, Sammy Ameobi and John Mikel Obi.
A report by Sky Sports reveals: “Arsenal have agreed a deal to send striker Folarin Balogun on loan to Middlesbrough for the remainder of the season.
“Balogun will undergo a medical on Tuesday ahead of a straight loan to Championship side Middlesbrough, who will pay a portion of his wages.
“The 20-year-old striker has not featured in the Premier League since August but remains a part of Arsenal’s long-term plans and signed a new contract in April which ties him to the club until 2025.
“Middlesbrough boss Chris Wilder tried to sign Balogun – who was born in New York – back in 2020 when he was in charge of Sheffield United.
“Balogun was also receiving interest from Europe, with French Ligue 1 side Saint-Etienne one of those who were monitoring his situation.
“Balogun is not cup-tied, so would be eligible to play against Manchester United in the FA Cup fourth round later in January.”
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