Arsenal faces growing competition for red-hot striker

Arsenal is reportedly among the clubs interested in signing Jonathan David as his contract nears expiration, which could offer a valuable solution to their recent scoring challenges. Despite a strong start to the season, Arsenal’s form has waned, with goals proving harder to come by in recent weeks. Many fans and analysts have observed that the club missed an opportunity to add firepower to their attack in the summer transfer window when they chose not to sign an additional striker.

In the summer, Arsenal was linked with several forward targets, including Benjamin Sesko, who ultimately chose to stay at RB Leipzig. Rather than pursue other options, Arsenal opted not to bring in a new striker. However, with their recent struggles in front of goal, adding a proven scorer like David could give the team a much-needed boost in the second half of the season. Waiting until the summer could prove risky, as David would be a free agent by then and likely attract increased competition from other top clubs.

Jonathan David

According to Corriere dello Sport, Arsenal’s competition for David is already significant, with Premier League rivals Manchester United and Liverpool reportedly interested in the Canadian forward as well. Additionally, elite European clubs such as Barcelona and Juventus are also monitoring his situation, making it clear that David’s next move will be hotly contested.

David has proven himself a consistent goalscorer in recent seasons, both in Ligue 1 with Lille and internationally. Known for his pace, movement, and finishing ability, his skillset aligns well with Arsenal’s style, and his goal-scoring consistency could provide the boost they need. Securing David’s signature in January would help Arsenal gain an edge over their rivals and potentially inject much-needed depth and versatility into Mikel Arteta’s front line as they pursue a stronger finish to their Premier League campaign.


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3 Comments

  1. Arsenalkeeps going for half measures and reaping the desired results. We don’t need an average striker because he’s cheap.

    It’s a shame Arsenal is looking for an average striker. We need Jhon Duran or Victor Gyokeres or perhaps Benjamin Sesko. Oumar Marmoush is a winger but also available.
    Jonathan David won’t cope in the PL

  2. As the article mentions, he will be available on a free transfer in the summer so there will certainly be a number of big clubs after him then.

    If they are really interested, Arsenal will have to make a very good case to him for joining them either then or earlier. He can afford to wait for the best deal if necessary.

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