The versatile Nigeria forward has hinted he may possibly have to leave Arsenal if the £80Million proposed deal for Zaha is sealed.
Arsenal Manager Unai Emery is in talks with the Ivorian forward over a move to the London club. However, When asked about the move, Iwobi stated
“I am not one to chicken out. I have had it all over the years, being told I’m not good enough. “So whenever the chance comes I always try and prove I should be starting. But it’s going to be difficult if Zaha comes.
Further More , he said he is up for the fight but the only time he would consider leaving is if he is not playing as much as he would like to.
“Obviously, my joy is to play football and not just sit out. “If it comes to that I would have no choice but to leave. But I would always put up a fight to play — that is what I have done all my life. “We have big stars already, so by adding another one I’ll just have to prove I can do better than them.
Alexander iwobi has been facing criticism from Arsenal fans about his impressive performance at the just concluded Africa Nations Cup , claiming he doesn't put in that much effort for his club.