Julian Draxler is a long term target of ours (via the BBC), with the German youngster looking close to an Arsenal switch on a number of occasions. We looked set to miss out on the 21-year-old earlier this summer, with Juventus closing in (via the Express). The same report suggests that Schalke have rebuffed the Serie A side's offer however, as they are hoping to secure a higher fee. Juventus apparently made an initial £1m offer to take Draxler on loan, with a further £14m come the end of the season if they choose to make the deal permanent (via the Express). The report claims the Bundesliga side are demanding £17.5m for the versatile youngster however, a fee we would easily be able to...
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