Arsenal roster appears almost complete after adding Riccardo Calafiori from Bologna. Still, the absence of a natural goalscorer worries them particularly if Eddie Nketiah goes elsewhere. Mikel Arteta still wants a solid scorer and a dependable midfielder. One probable addition has been identified as Mikel Merino. In these fields Arteta provides a number of choices. The club can turn its attention instead to fresh possibilities. David Ornstein of The Athletic advises this approach. Tommy Setford, an 18-year-old Ajax goalkeeper, has joined the Under-21 team. This action shows attention on young growth.

Arsenal Have Offered €25m For The Brazilian Sensation

Currently Arsenal is looking at Internacional’s young offensive midfielder Gabriel Carvalho. The agreement can include bonuses of €25 million extra. Starting at sixteen, Carvalho signed his first contract last August. Among Arsenal’s Brazilian contingent are Gabriel Magalhaes, Gabriel Martinelli, and Gabriel Jesus. Marquinhos borrows money to Fluminense.

Deeply familiar with the Brazilian market, sporting director Edu Gaspar views Carvalho as a potential star. Gaspar joined Arsenal from Corinthians and has sharp eye for prospects back home. Carvalho would probably continue at Internacional to get more experience even if a contract is negotiated.

Arsenal’s concentration on fresh talent reveals a long-term approach. Calafiori’s signing improves the team, although a proven striker and a midfield dynamist are still much required. The hunt of Carvalho and Setford’s signature highlights Arsenal’s dedication to create a squad fit for the future.

Even if the Gunners’ team is strong, it is imperative to address the need of a regular striker and a midfield star. Putting money into young people like Carvalho and Setford shows a wise, forward-looking attitude. But quick outcomes need for seasoned athletes with current delivery ability. Arsenal’s success in the next seasons depends on mixing established ability with young growth.

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Arsenal and Chelsea have pulled back from chasing Julian Alvarez of Manchester City. For London giants, the £70 million price tag imposed by the Premier League winners appears excessive. Dynamic Argentinean attacker Alvarez wants out of City to get a starting place somewhere else. Alvarez has been very successful since starting City from River Plate in 2022. Playing over 100 games, the 24-year-old has scored 36 goals and given 18 assists. Though he makes contributions, he finds himself in the background yearning the limelight of first choice striker.

Originally showing interest in Alvarez, Arsenal was looking for a new striker. Alvarez looked a great match given questions about the long-term responsibilities of Eddie Nketiah and Gabriel Jesus. His adaptability and proven performance may have strengthened the Gunners’ offensive choices. Still, City’s high asking price and refusal to let Alvarez go had Arsenal reassess their approach.

Conversely, Chelsea bought Barcelona’s Marc Guiu but still needs a seasoned striker. Alvarez’s name caught their attention as it combined young and experienced qualities. But City’s financial demands have caused Chelsea to rethink. The Blues have spent most of this window and seem not to value Alvarez as City does.