"Arsenal will..." - Romano drops Balogun update as Premier League interest revealed

Arsenal forward Folarin Balogun's impressive form on loan at French side Reims has attracted plenty of interest from clubs across Europe.

The 21-year-old sits top of the goalscoring charts in Ligue 1, scoring 14 goals across 21 matches.

Balogun came through Arsenal's academy with Mikel Arteta opting to send the Englishman out on loan in order to gain some valuable experience.

After a fairly disappointing spell with Middlesborough in the Championship last season, the Gunners boss elected France as his next destination, which proved to be an excellent decision.

However, Reims weren't the only side interested in his services.

Romano reveals Premier League interest

Respected journalist Rabrizio Romano has revealed there was interest from two Premier League clubs as well as from Germany.

He said, via CaughtOffisde: "Arsenal never thought of bringing Folarin Balogun back in January, despite his excellent form in Ligue 1.

"They wanted to protect him as Reims loan has proven to be an excellent decision for the player’s development."

"Some Italian club wanted Balogun in July and also two Premier League clubs and Borussia Monchengladbach, but France was seen as the best option."

There is likely to be even more interest for the forward now, with his form turning heads around the footballing world.

Reims’ boss Will Still has been so impressed with the New York-born striker he describes as "a super complete striker" that he asked Arsenal if they could sign Balogun on a permanent deal in January, claim The Sun.

His request was rejected by the north London side, who are yet to decide on Balogun's future at the club.

However, with only 18 months remaining on his contract at the Emirates, the clock is ticking for Arteta to make a choice.

Romano stated in his report that "Arsenal will decide Balogun’s future in May/June, not now."