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Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool are all interested in signing Middlesbrough attacker Cruz Ibe.
The 17-year-old is highly regarded across England and is expected to develop into a top-class player. According to a report from TEAMtalk, Arsenal and Chelsea are working hard to sign him. Meanwhile, Liverpool are monitoring his development.
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Ibe is regarded as a special talent and with the right guidance could develop into a quality Premier League forward. Arsenal and Chelsea need more depth in attack, so it’s no wonder they are keen on the 17-year-old.
They have been successful in developing young players in the past and could help him reach his potential. Ibe is likely to be interested in joining the London club if a suitable offer is presented. It will be a step up for him and an opportunity to test himself in the Premier League.
The two London clubs have the financial power to tempt Championship clubs. It remains to be seen whether they will make an offer after the season ends.
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Liverpool move not ideal for Ibe
Meanwhile, Liverpool could also be an attractive destination. However, they already have two quality strikers at their disposal and it will be difficult for the 17-year-old to break into the first team in the near future. He needs to join a club where he can get a prominent role and a clear path to the first team.
Perhaps a move to Arsenal or Chelsea would be ideal for him. Victor Goqueres, Liam Delap and João Pedro have not been able to find the back of the net regularly since joining their respective clubs, but Ibe could push them into the starting XI in the future.
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