Arsenal striker Eddie Nketiah is currently on a season-long loan with Championship side Leeds United.
The Gunners have an opton in the deal to recall the youngster, and they are understood to be considering triggering that clause.
Leeds suffered a blow already as Jack Clarke was recalled by Tottenham Hotspur, but Leeds’ chief executive Angus Kinnear is adamant to keep Nketiah.
As quoted on the Mirror, he said:
I appreciate much speculation still surrounds the future of Eddie Nketiah and although Arsenal have the right to recall him in January, we still believe he can make a huge impact over the remainder of the season at Leeds United.
We are endeavouring to convince Eddie and the technical team at Arsenal that the coaching environment at Elland Road is still the best choice for his long-term development.
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Nketiah is thriving during his loan spell and despite not getting as much game time as he wants, he’s still learning a lot at the club.
Arsenal want Nketiah to be getting senior experience and Bristol City have registered their interest, which is causing concern to Leeds.
From Arsenal’s perspective, wherever Nketiah gets the most amount of playing time would be best, so if Leeds don’t increase his minutes, then expect the youngster to be recalled.
