Arsenal is focusing on Victor Osimhen and Viktor Gyökeres as their next striker, therefore restricting their hunt. Given Eddie Nketiah could be on his way to Olympique Marseille, this choice comes as the Gunners want to strengthen their attack. Arsenal wants to guarantee they have a consistent goal scorer in their ranks as Nketiah’s leaving might leave a hole that requires filling.
Arsenal was among the Premier League top scorers last season, without depending particularly on their natural attackers. Still, their attacking ability was insufficient to grab the title. Arsenal hopes to close that difference by adding additional firepower to their lineup. Their desire has caused them to take two strong forwards into thought: Osimhen and Gyökeres.
Arsenal Have Decided Between Victor Osimhen And Viktor Gyokeres
Arsenal has noticed Gyökeres, who had a remarkable season with Sporting Club. Conversely, Osimhen has been a constant asset for Napoli, being among the finest striker in Europe. However, according to a Corriere dello Sport analysis, Arsenal has chosen to concentrate their efforts on Gyökeres, therefore forsaking their hunt of Osimhen.
Currently not playing in Napoli’s pre-season matches, Osimhen most certainly will be leaving the Italian team. Arsenal thinks Gyökeres fits their team dynamics and plan better even with his availability. Now the Gunners will focus their energy and efforts on ensuring Gyökeres is safe in the next days.
Some supporters would find it shocking when Gyökeres comes first over Osimhen. Osimhen appeals because of his track record in a major league like Serie A. Arsenal’s management, however, feels sure Gyökeres has a combination of ability and fit Osimhen may not have.
Arsenal’s hunt of Gyökeres emphasizes their calculated approach to team development. The club is more concerned in selecting the correct player for their particular need than in following huge names. Should this choice pay off, it might be a pivotal step towards their aim of Premier League champions.
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Jurrien Timber may miss the Wednesday friendly against Arsenal and Bayer Leverkusen. Gooners started to worry as the defender missed training. Although he did not participate in last week’s friendly against Liverpool, at the time sources said he was only resting. Given his performance in the two past pre-season games, it looked reasonable.
But his recent absence from training has caused injuries worries. Rumours point to Timber maybe missing the Leverkusen game as he wasn’t on the squad bus. Gary Jacob verified Timber is suffering a load-bearing injury. Unverified rumors also abound about Riccardo Calafiori possibly missing the game. Mikel Arteta has little defensive alternatives as the season opener is barely over a week away.
Arsenal’s penultimate pre-season friendly against Lyon this weekend could be their last opportunity to get Timber and Calafiori fit for the opening Premier League game against Wolves. Positively, William Saliba has also returned. Should he participate in certain friendlies, the right-centre-back position should be covered.
