Iwobi’s father insists player will reject Barcelona to stay at Arsenal

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Iwobi’s father insists player will reject Barcelona to stay at Arsenal

Alex Iwobi’s father, Chuka, has insisted that his son will turn down a big-money move to Barcelona to remain at Arsenal.

The 20-year-old Nigeria international, has been with the Gunners since he was six and broke into the first team last season.

“In football, you never say no. But at this point in time, he is at the right place. He’s doing well at Arsenal, but should any club come for him now, the answer would certainly be no,” Chuka said.

“For him now, it’s not about the money.

“So, should a club like Barcelona come with more money, he will certainly stay back at Arsenal because now it is not about him making money, it’s about him concentrating on his career, progressing and going on to the next stage.”

He recounted: “I took him to Arsenal when he was 6 and they signed when he was 8. All he has known is Arsenal. He has never gone on loan, he has always been with Arsenal.

“He has broken into the first team and what they all talk about is his humility. Personally, that’s very important because when a player starts getting arrogant that’s when the player fails.

“It’s been good, God has been great.

“I see him being in Arsenal for very many, many years.”