Havertz to Arsenal transfer takes step forward after new ideal Balogun offer

Arsenal transfer news: Kai Havertz is set to make a move to Arsenal, making an exit for Folarin Balogun even more likely

The confidence surrounding a deal seems to have picked up though, as Fabrizio Romano reports that personal terms have been agreed, with a deal expected to be completed after the international break. With the addition of the 24-year-old, Mikel Arteta has yet another versatile player for the forward ranks.

There's uncertainty surrounding his place at Arsenal though as football.london understands that the USMNT international will be free to leave this summer in search of more game time. The north London side could fetch a reasonable fee for the 21-year-old, with plenty of interest.

According to the Express, Crystal Palace are one of the teams interested in a move, with a potential buy-back clause included in a deal. It could allow the side to receive a decent fee, bring in Havertz and then make a return bid for Balogun in the future if he were to fit in the side better.

That in itself may be the best scenario for all parties and while it may cost more in the future to bring him back due to the clause, that's merely the price for development. The Gunners have plenty of ruthless decisions to make this summer, with the key ones potentially making or breaking their summer.