In the last transfer window, Arsenal made an approach to sign Ollie Watkins from Aston Villa, but their bid was rejected. The Gunners were keen to add one of England’s best strikers to their squad, but Villa were unwilling to part with such an important player. Watkins, who has significant Premier League experience, is also an Arsenal supporter, making him a natural fit for a move to the Emirates.
However, Watkins is not the only forward Arsenal have their eyes on, with Alexander Isak reportedly an even bigger target. Mikel Arteta’s side are eager to sign the Swedish international, but Newcastle United have placed a significant price tag on him. According to reports, the Magpies are demanding around £120 million for Isak, a fee Arsenal are reluctant to pay. Given that they need to strengthen other areas of their squad, such a high outlay on a single player could impact their summer transfer budget.
According to Football Insider, this situation means Arsenal are likely to return with another approach for Watkins in the summer. It remains to be seen whether Aston Villa would be open to selling him, but every player has a price, and a strong offer could tempt them into a deal. Watkins has been in exceptional form for Villa and has established himself as one of the most consistent strikers in the Premier League.
Should Arsenal manage to sign him, it would represent a strong addition to their attack. Watkins’ ability to link up play, stretch defences, and finish clinically makes him an ideal candidate for Arteta’s system. If the Gunners can secure his services for a reasonable fee, it would be a smart investment for the club.
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@Regie: Thanks. I share the same sentiments.
Might not even be Benjamin Sesko at all
Sesko, is a distinct possibility. A lot stronger interest in him.
None. Arteta only want to sign Sesko and when that fails he will sign no one. He doesn’t go fo alternatives when the first choice fails i.e obsession with Vlahovic two years ago when he already made it clear that he doesn’t want Arsenal. Watkins bid was meant to dupe us as they all knew that Villa not accept anything less than 60m.
Watkins is probably past his prime so we need to look for someone for the long term. Probably won’t be able to afford Isak who some have been touting as the best striker in Europe, based on what?? Ahead of Kane, Salah, Lewandowski and Haaland? Good striker but hasn’t proved himself of the big stage. Anyway if we do sign a new striker what happens to Havertz?
If we sign a good striker then Havertz goes to the bench then be sold to Saudi Arabia in a year or two. Or he winds down his contract as a backup striker for Carling Cup and FA cup matches.
Arteta only has eyes on Sesko and I don’t know why.
Perhaps because he is still young and Arteta can control him as he wishes.
My desired striker is Gyokeres who has a 85m pounds release clause but unfortunately I’m not the coach or owner.
It won’t be Isak I don’t think
I’d be surprised if we bought either. Watkins is not the player he was, and Isak will be grossly overpriced, although TBH, I don’t see any players of good value.
So I’ll go all Dickensian and say “Something will turn up”
How about putting in a bid for Lee Chapman.😂🤣😉👍