Chelsea, Arsenal battle for Golden Eaglets star midfielder Kelechi Nwakali

Premier league giants, Chelsea and Arsenal are battling to secure the signature of 17-year-old attacking midfielder Kelechi Nwakali following his eye-catching performance during the U-17 World Cup in Chile.

According to reports, Chelsea have opened talks with him with Arsenal yet to do so.

His agent Klay Ekeocha has also come out to confirm that he is in talks with a number of sides in Europe, including the Blues, as his client is likely to be making a transfer in the near future.

“We are in contact with Chelsea, Udinese and Olympiakos,” he said.

It was believed that the Gunners were favourites to his signature after he admitted he was keen to play for the club earlier last week.

However, his agent also added that he already opened talks with Arsenal, but is yet to receive any sort of reply.

“We got in touch with Arsenal and there’s no feedback yet.”

Following his performance for Nigeria in the tournament, Nwakali was named Most Valuable Player of the Fifa Under 17 World Cup.

Manchester City and West Ham United were also keeping an eye on his services, but later ruled out a move due to problems with his work permit.