RB Leipzig‘s 21-year-old winger, Antonio Nusa, has addressed the growing transfer speculation linking him with a move to Arsenal. Despite the rumours, Nusa has affirmed his commitment to his current club, while Norway national team coach Ståle Solbakken has advised the player to remain in Germany until at least the summer transfer window.
Nusa’s Stance on Speculation
Nusa acknowledged the widespread speculation, stating he was aware of the ongoing discussions but was actively trying to distance himself from them. He emphasised his focus on his current club, telling Norwegian broadcaster TV2: “I’m just trying to enjoy my everyday life in Leipzig. It’s a fantastic team with a fantastic coach. On top of that, I have an agent who takes care of all the other aspects and simply lets me focus on football. That’s the most important thing for me.”
The young winger’s comments come amidst reports suggesting a potential January move, though he appears keen to concentrate on his performances for RB Leipzig.
Coach’s Advice for Future
Norway head coach Ståle Solbakken offered his perspective on Nusa’s future, suggesting the player would benefit from remaining at RB Leipzig until the summer. Solbakken believes a full season in the Bundesliga would aid Nusa’s development before taking a significant next step in his career.
“I think it would be wise for him to stay there for the rest of the season and enjoy a good Bundesliga campaign, where he can mature a little more before taking the next step,” Solbakken stated. He added that a summer move would allow Nusa a full pre-season to integrate with new coaches and teammates, without the distraction of a major international tournament.
While speculation about a January transfer persists, both Nusa’s immediate focus and his national team coach’s advice point towards him continuing his development at RB Leipzig for the remainder of the current season.