Arsenal is expected to sign a new striker at the end of this season, and fans have high expectations for the quality of the player that will arrive. Given their previous struggles in securing a top-class goalscorer, the Gunners can ill afford to make a subpar signing. With a host of top strikers reportedly on their radar, they must carefully consider which one will best fit their squad and their needs. The four names currently on Arsenal’s shortlist are Victor Osimhen, Viktor Gyokeres, Alexander Isak, and Mateo Retegui. Each of these strikers brings something unique to the table, but the question remains: which one should Arsenal target to become their next number nine?
Long-term Arsenal target Osimhen is undoubtedly one of the most sought-after strikers in Europe. The Nigerian has been in excellent form for Napoli, with his impressive goal tally making him one of the top forwards in the world. Despite spending this season on loan at Galatasaray, he has continued to shine, scoring 14 goals and providing four assists in 18 league games. His record suggests he would be a natural fit for the Premier League, where his pace and clinical finishing could make an instant impact at the Emirates.
Another player linked with Arsenal is Viktor Gyokeres has also been in exceptional form. The Swedish striker has scored the most goals by any player across the top leagues in 2024, finding the back of the net 22 times in just 21 league games for Sporting Club this season. His remarkable consistency could make him an excellent addition to the Gunners’ attacking line. His ability to score in various ways makes him a versatile option, one that could help Arsenal in different situations.
Alexander Isak, who has been linked consistently with Arsenal, is already familiar with the Premier League, which could make his transition to Arsenal smoother. With 17 goals from 23 league games, he has proven himself as a reliable scorer in England’s top flight. His adaptability and experience in the league could be a big advantage for Arsenal, ensuring they don’t have to wait for him to adjust to the demands of Premier League football.
Lastly, Mateo Retegui has caught Arsenal’s eye after an impressive start to life at Atalanta. The Argentine striker has netted 20 goals in his first 23 league games this season, showing he has an eye for goal and the ability to perform at a high level in Italy’s Serie A. While he is newer to the European top leagues compared to the other options, his explosive form suggests he has a lot of potential and could be a fantastic addition to Arsenal’s squad.
With these four options in mind, it’s clear that each striker brings something different to the table. However, Arsenal must weigh their needs carefully: do they want the proven quality of Osimhen, the impressive form of Gyokeres, the Premier League experience of Isak, or the promising talent of Retegui? Whichever choice they make, it’s clear that securing a top striker should be a priority for the club if they are to continue challenging for major honours in the future.
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Me personally will go all in for Gyokeres.
But it seems Arteta only wants Sesko which is still a promising talent and yet to prove his goal scoring prowess.
Hopefully, Arteta is proved right and his belief in Sesko yields results.
So it’s looking like Sesko and Zubimendi so far for the summer. Let’s see the rest in comings that will follow in the summer.
Arteta just have to get this summer window right this time.
Incomings
Sesko. £60mn?
Nico Williams £50mn?
Zubimendi £50mn?
That’s £160mn plus we will potentially see 1 -2 academy kids come through
Outgoings
Trossard 10
Jesus 30
Jorginho free
Partey 20
Lokonga 20
Vieira 25
Zinchenko 25
Tierney free ?
That’s a recoup of £125mn so net cost of around £40mn and a much better squad with room for academy kids to come through also
Have I missed anyone out?
Osimhen is an attack bully who’s is brave and lethal
So why is he playing in an inferior league?
So anyone playing in an inferior league isn’t good right?
Aside from Haaland and Isak, who is comparable to him in the entire premier league?
Osimhen helped win Napoli there first title in over 30+ years with 26 league goals.
He had an issue with the Napoli board so he was loaned to Galatasary because the fee they put on him was way too high.
Don’t bother with Isak, the Magpies are looking for over £100m for him. I think MA will stick with Havertz.
Andrew Elder,
If Arteta doe’s stick with Havertz at the expense of bringing in a proper striker along with more attacking player’s then he must definitely go.
I’ve only seen Isak & Gyokeres play, so can’t pass judgment, but I’d be surprised if we bought any of these if we’re in competition for them. We seem to like a clear field for transfers.
hence Sesko !
Zubimendi to take over from Partey over next season.. Partey to head to Saudi in Jan
Osihmen all the way. He’s not just a proven goalscorer but a team player as well. His hold up play is fantastic and the merchandise from his shirt sales will be massive
I would love to have Gyokeres, then Osimhen 2nd choice. The one I really don’t want is Sesko whose stats are just like Havertz.. certainly not bad but not great either. We might even get Osimhen for a cut-price £40M considering they don’t want him at Napoli and he is also desperate to leave. In fact, Osimhen will be the easiest to sign.
Anyone but Regui. Having seen this guy play for Italy, I can only say this guy is nothing.
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Mikel wants Sesko, and Sesko may not want to come. That suits Mikel’s strategy well as he has to play Gabby till 2027 as he is on mammoth wages with little to no output, and other clubs are not easily conned. Next he has the 65M dollar man, who will be benched if we get a true CF. Mikel knows best – Gabby cannot play 5 games on a run, so Kai starts the next 33. Problems solved!
The owners are not keen to win big jugs – the preseason Emirates Cup and “Wenger’s Top Four Trophy” are enough for them. You may note that once Mr. Wenger dropped out of the top 4, he was replaced. Emery did not make it to top 4, he was replaced. If Mikel can deliver this trophy year after year, his job is safe (he could even beat Mr.Wenger’s 22 year stint)
Neither Emery or AW were replaced directly after finishing below 4th.
Its no coincidence that AW left after 2 failed top 4 attempts during the season when he was a man of principles who would “honor” his contract. Emery narrowly missed top4 in his first season, the second season he was well off the mark for the coveted top 4 trophy. He too would not “leave” his job without another.
I’m afraid I don’t get your point The board didn’t sack either manager for finishing outside the top 4 just once. They acted after a second season with AW – in no small part because of fan pressure and in Emery’s case he was heavily backed in the transfer window but the expected quick fix didn’t materialise.
Depends on how one perceives the situation – both managers did not last after losing out (Mr Wenger) and on the verge of losing (Mr. Emery) the prestigious top 4 trophy. As long as Mikel delivers top 4, his job is safe. So, I have lowered my expectations, and watch the games if I have no other productive work to do. Since Mikel nor the players or the owners have any ambition to win silverware (other than CL qualification). One day they smash City 5-1 and go down to NU in the semis or lose to the worst MU team in history – does not make sense to me. I feel cheated. Nevertheless, i have no grudge against the club or anyone, and wish them all the best. If they can overturn a 5 point EPL lead and win the UCL, then it would signal ambition by Mikel and the team. How can senior players earning 1000s of pounds per week fail to deliver in a crunch semis is beyond comprehension when a common man can be fired for not working his shift when he ears a meagre few pounds an hour.
Arteta to beat Wenger’s 22 year stint. Just the thought of it🙄🤦♂️🤷♂️😣👎
The two things putting me off Osimhen is his attitude (although I haven’t seen proof of this myself, just from what I have heard), and his injury prone nature.
If the rumours regarding his attitude are untrue, and if MA thinks our medical team can solve his injury issues, Osimhen would be a clear cut option for me.
Although what makes me feel that the attitude issues are a real thing is due to not much interest in his signing when he was made available by Napoli.
Kia,
With his injury prone nature, he should fit right in at our club won’t he.😂🤣😊👍
@DEREK What injury record, I hate people on a bandwagon especially when they discuss on African players, Osimhen was more fit than Haaland last season .
gizzle,
I don’t know if you miss understand me or not. I was joking, its called a sense of humour, something that some people don’t appear to have. 🙄
@Kia What attitude? World-class players have personalities. Osimhen has no attitude; that is made up by Arsenal PR not to sign the player. The injury-prone discussion is even funnier.
Is Havertz injury-prone? lol .
Nobody signed Gyokeres from Sporting; was it his attitude that led to the lack of interest?
Last but not least, after what Laurentis did to Osimehn, we should all hail Victor for handling the situation with class. I have never seen when a club is racist toward its own player. There was interest from MAnU; the player didn’t want to go, Chelsea wanted to sign but couldn’t meet his pay, Saudi came calling, and Laurentis wanted more money at the last minute, and even when all this happened, Gala still got him. Kindly find out more on the player before making comments on him
Either Sesko or Gyokeres would be perfect.
We should stay away from Isaak because as with any player already in the PL the price will be astronomical.
@reddb10 . Kindly go watch Sesko play , he isnt even the best striker on his team .
I think the wages of Osimhen are too high for Arsenal to fit into their wage category and Isak seems to prefer a move to Barcelona. So the realistic options are gyokeres and Reteigui and I would prefer Gyokeres.
@gunnerforlife
HAvertz is on 280k a week. Currently, Osimhen is on 215k a week. lol
Why do people lie a lot about this player?
gizzle,
You wouldn’t be Osimhen’s agent by any chance would you.😂🤣😉👍
Beat me to it!! 😉
@DEREK
Lol , I am not , I just happen to know him from the place we both grew up . Personally i dont speak on these matters but its exhausting to see a lot of people use his name to lie .
A valid point gizzle. Why is it ok for king Kai to underperform on his salary while others such as Osimhen are seen as expensive gambles. Finding the striker who will be the right fit for Arsenal is always going to be an expense gamble which is why those payed to make these decisions need to think outside the box and take a risk. Of those mentioned, the only three I’ve actually seen play are Osaka, Osimhen when Napoli were on fire, Watkins and Regui(please No!). Even on a similar wage to Harvetz I would definitely prefer the first two.
Isak not Osaka.