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– Ligue 1 club Nice are in talks to sign Arsenal winger Nicolas Pepe on loan.
– The deal would not include an obligation to buy the 27-year-old, who started just five times for the Gunners last season.
– Pepe joined the north London side for a club record £72m in 2019 but has not been able to establish himself in the Premier League.
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As per reports in France, Arsenal and Nice have now reached an agreement over Nicolas Pepe.
He will join on a loan for the season (no option to buy). Pepe will now travel to France to undergo his medical and finalise the move.
— Charles Watts (@charles_watts) August 24, 2022
– The Ivorian, whose contract expires in 2024, has also yet to make an appearance this season.
– Gunners manager Mikel Arteta has strengthened his squad during this transfer window, bringing in attacking talents Gabriel Jesus, Fabio Vieira and young Brazilian Marquinhos.
– There have also been reports linking Arsenal with a move for Wolves winger Pedro Neto.
Nicolas Pépé to OGC Nice, verbal agreement completed with Arsenal in the afternoon. Main part of salary to be covered by French club. 🚨🔴 #AFC #OGCNice
Documents to be prepared soon – it’s loan deal with no buy option clause as expected. ⤵️ https://t.co/o11Ca9JS4k
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 24, 2022
