Corriere dello Sport claims Arsenal has joined the hunt to acquire Serie A player Victor Osimhen. This action corresponds with the recent purchase of Bologna’s defender Riccardo Calafiori. The Gunners also find Mikel Merino of Real Sociedad appealing. Osimhen may, however, become their star signing. The Gunners must contend with fierce rivalry for Osimhen. For weeks Paris Saint-Germain has been talking with Napoli proposing £76 million, which Napoli turned down. Chelsea tried a part-exchange arrangement with Romelu Lukaku, but Osimhen expressed little desire in joining them. Long-time fans Arsenal seems to be in a stronger position to get his signature.
Arsenal Are Eyeing The £84m Player Who Has “Rejected Chelsea“
One of the most sought-after strikers, Osimhen brings questions. Having missed 15 games last season and 67 games since joining Napoli in 2020, his injury record is alarming. Already coping with Gabriel Jesus’s injury issues, Arsenal should exercise caution while aggressively investing in Osimhen. Napoli requests more than £84 million; club president Aurelio De Laurentiis would want a payment more in line with the £110 million release clause in Osimhen’s contract.
Arsenal should refrain from splurging on Osimhen given his ability. Last December, Jose Mourinho termed him “world-class,” but his injury record raises concerns. Although Osimhen scored 17 goals in previous season, Arsenal needs a more dependable attacker to challenge for the league championship. One may also consider Viktor Gyokeres of Sporting Lisbon. In his first season, the Swede scored 43 goals and boasts perfect health; he never missed a club game because of injuries. Gyokeres also shines in ball possession and opportunity generation; he registers 15 assists to Osimhen’s four last season.
Arsenal should think about Gyokeres for a more consistent and flexible choice even if Osimhen is a great striker. For the Gunners striving for league excellence, prudent spending might be absolutely vital.
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To increase their potency of attack, Arsenal is looking in Juventus winger Federico Chiesa. Having missed the Premier League crown by only two points, the Gunners want to land their first league triumph since 2004. Mikel Arteta needs robust support in the transfer market if he is to reach this. Arsenal is closing in on Mikel Merino of Real Sociedad and has signed Riccardo Calafiori. These days, their priorities include signing a winger. La Stampa via tutto juve that Arsenal is in negotiations with Chiesa’s agency. Once displaying the great respect of the winger, Cristiano Ronaldo desired Chiesa at Manchester United.
This summer the Gunners need a wide winger, hence they have turned their focus to Chiesa after Nico Williams chose to remain at Athletic Bilbao. Chiesa, 26, is only under contract with Juventus for one year, hence he is available at a reduced £25 million. Several Premier League teams, notably Manchester United, Chelsea, and Tottenham, have seen this.
Arsenal has to make a convincing case to get Chiesa’s signature; otherwise, they run the danger of losing him to a competitor. Arteta finds Chiesa to be really flexible. Playing as a second striker and on both sides, he offers variation across many roles. His eleven goals and three assists last season would give Gabriel Martinelli strong competition.
