Former Manchester United target Moises Caicedo has made it clear he wants to join Chelsea or Arsenal as the two London clubs battle it out for his signature.
Caicedo was linked to United before moving to Brighton.
The Red Devils were interested in bringing the Ecuadorian from Independiente del Valle but a transfer failed to materialize.
Brighton secured his services and the rest is history. Caicedo broke into the starting XI under Graham Potter and is now one of the Seagulls’ most important players.
The midfielder has been linked to United on a number of occasions since he broke through at the Amex Stadium.
It now seems that Chelsea and Arsenal are firmly in the driving seat for the player.
Yesterday, David Ornstein reported that Arsenal have put in a bid of £60m for Caicedo, which Brighton have rejected.
Arsenal’s bid came after Chelsea also offered £55m for the player, with a reunion with Graham Potter at Stamford Bridge being mooted.
Caicedo took to social media to express his desire to leave Brighton and grab the once-in-a-lifetime-opportunity to play for a top club like Arsenal or Chelsea.
His statement read in part, “My dream always to be the most decorated player in the history of Ecuador. I am proud to be able to bring in a record transfer fee for Brighton which would allow them to reinvest it and help the club continue to be successful.”
“The fans have taken me into their hearts and they will always be in my heart so I hope they can understand why I want to take up this magnificent opportunity.”
I am grateful to Mr. Bloom and Brighton for giving me the chance to come to the Premier League and I feel I have always done my best for them. I always play football with a smile and with heart.
I am the youngest of 10 siblings from a poor upbringing in Santa Domingo in Ecuador. pic.twitter.com/QLiDyDrTGo— Moisés Caicedo (@MoisesCaicedo55) January 27, 2023
Ornstein gave an update on the Caicedo transfer saga and stated that he did not attend training today. Brighton have told him to stay home until February 1st when the transfer window shuts. He is expected to remain at his current club for the remainder of the season.
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