Chelsea tell Arsenal how much they should pay to sign Kai Havertz

Chelsea want a minimum of £70million for Kai Havertz, but Arsenal are hopeful they can strike a deal closer to £60million inclusive of add-ons. The Gunners are also willing to pay Havertz in-excess of £200k-per-week, making him one of the highest-paid players at the club as per Daily Mail.

Havertz, who scored 7 goals and provided 1 assist in the Premier League last season, helped Chelsea finish 12th on the league table. The German international has two years remaining on his Chelsea contract and is keen to move across London if both clubs can reach an agreement over a fee.

Arsenal were in a fierce title race with Manchester City in a bid to win the 2022/23 Premier League title. However, a defeat against Nottingham Forest in their 37th game week saw them lose the trophy to The Citizens. Arsenal ended the season with 84 points while Manchester City finished with 89 points, making them this year’s Premier League Champions. The Gunners will have to settle for second place even though they had led the league table for 10 months this season.

Despite missing out on the title, Arsenal are still looking to strengthen their squad ahead of next season. Havertz is seen as an ideal addition to their midfield and could provide the creativity and goalscoring threat that they need.

Chelsea’s asking price for Havertz may seem steep, but Arsenal are hoping that they can negotiate a lower fee by including add-ons in the deal. They are also willing to pay Havertz a high salary, which could be enough to convince him to make the move across London.

If Arsenal can secure Havertz’s signature, it would be a major coup for the club and could help them mount another title challenge next season. With his ability on the ball and eye for goal, he could become one of their key players and help them compete at the highest level.

Overall, it remains to be seen whether Arsenal can strike a deal with Chelsea for Havertz. However, if they can get him for a lower fee and pay him a high salary, it could be a smart move that pays off in the long run.