There is “no release clause” in the contract of Arsenal transfer target Antonio Nusa, according to Sky Sports Germany journalist Philipp Heinze.

Posting on X, the reporter provided a comprehensive update on potential departures from RB Leipzig, and he confirmed that while players such as Castello Lukeba and Ezechiel Banzuzi have buyout fees set at €65m (£54.3m), that is not the case with Nusa.

However, the Bundesliga side would still be willing to sanction the Norwegian international’s departure, but only if they receive an offer in the region of €70m (£58.5m) to €90m (£75m).

That is a substantial markup on the reported €60m (£50m) that would have secured his signature in the last transfer window, but he has had an excellent start to the season. The winger has found the back of the net 6 times and provided 8 assists in 15 appearances.

How keen are Arsenal to sign Nusa?

Reports in the Italian media at the end of last month claimed that the Gunners had already made enquiries about the 21-year-old’s availability.

Rumours about the Gunners’ pursuit of Nusa have been swirling since the summer, and there is clearly a considerable amount of interest in the forward. Leipzig’s valuation may give them pause, though.

Are there any alternative targets?

Atlético Madrid’s Alex Baena, Brentford’s Kevin Schade and Bournemouth’s Junior Kroupi are just a few of the other names that have been linked with a switch to the Emirates in January as the Gunners look to strengthen their options on the left flank.

As things stand, it is unclear which player is the priority for manager Mikel Arteta and sporting director Andrea Berta. Any move for Baena could potentially see Martin Zubimendi move in the other direction, while a deal for Kroupi may have to wait until the end of the season, with Bournemouth keen to keep their current squad together until the summer.