‘They have to get rid’: Romano says reported Arsenal, Tottenham and Liverpool midfield target could leave for nothing

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Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool are just three of the clubs reportedly eyeing France international Adrien Rabiot.

The Times recently claimed that the Juventus ace has been directly offered to the Gunners and Spurs as a potential signing.

Meanwhile, Jurgen Klopp’s Reds have apparently been in regular contact with Rabiot’s camp, as per 90Min.

The 27-year-old could be one of the most highly sought-after players in 2023, by virtue of his expiring contract.

A recent report from Calciomercato claimed Juve are hoping it is not too late to agree fresh terms with Rabiot.

However, they apparently know it will be ‘almost impossible’ to negotiate an extension that will see him remain at Juventus beyond 2023.

As per football.london, Rabiot has previously spoken of his desire to play and ‘evolve’ in the Premier League.

Indeed, Manchester United were reportedly close to agreeing a move for the 27-year-old.

However, his apparent wage demands saw the Red Devils pull out of the deal.

Fabrizio Romano has now provided an update on the state of play involving Rabiot amid Premier League interest and Juventus’ off-the-field issues.

“They have to get rid of some players with high salaries,” Romano said on the House of Champions CBS Podcast.

“Adrien Rabiot is a really complicated one for Juventus to extend his contract.

“And there is a very good chance for him to leave on a free and try the Premier League experience.”

Arsenal, Tottenham and Liverpool would all benefit from Rabiot – TBR View

Rabiot secured a spot in France’s midfield for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar alongside Aurelien Tchouameni, in wake of injuries to N’Golo Kante and Paul Pogba.

The former Paris Saint-Germain star played an important role in getting his country to the final. Les Bleus came so close, only losing to Argentina on penalties.

Although Rabiot’s reported salary demands are high, clubs would be getting a World Cup finalist and top player without even having to pay a transfer fee.

Arsenal could do with bolstering their midfield ranks, and Liverpool certainly need to revamp their entire midfield.

Tottenham aren’t in such need of reinforcements in the middle of the park. Nonetheless, Rabiot would no doubt be great competition for Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg and Rodrigo Bentancur.