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Marc Mayo

Arsenal warned against selling Folarin Balogun as Aaron Ramsey speaks out on £35m star’s future

Arsenal striker Folarin Balogun is “definitely” ready to play for the club despite rumours of a move away, according to Aaron Ramsey.

The former Gunners midfielder came face to face with talented striker Balogun, 21, in Ligue 1 clashes between his loan club, Reims, and Ramsey’s Nice last season.

"He’s a very good player,” Ramsey is quoted by Goal as saying.

“We played against him a couple of times and, from what I saw, he’s a very exciting player.

“Arsenal have many great players but he’s definitely got the quality. He’s good enough for the Premier League.”

Balogun has declared that he will not be going out on loan again next season as he targets a first-team role at Arsenal.

However, the imminent arrival of Kai Havertz could see him relegated to fourth choice behind the German, Gabriel Jesus and Eddie Nketiah.

The Gunners reportedly want £35million to cash in on the academy graduate after his 22-goal season in France.

“What I can say is that I definitely won’t go on loan again,” Balogun said earlier this month. “I’m not sure [about] the discussions that are going to take place, I’m not sure what’s going to happen.

“But I’m just committed to now, I try to stay present. I obviously want to enjoy the moment with my team and my family.”

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