Arsenal desperately need a new striker.
Once again, they relied on a defender’s goal to secure a win over Tottenham on Wednesday night—a tactic that’s unsustainable.
The team has struggled in front of goal recently, with poor performances from Kai Havertz in matches against Newcastle and Manchester United.
Gabriel Jesus is now out injured, and with the January window open, Arsenal could look to bring in a new number nine.
Speaking on his YouTube channel, Fabrizio Romano has been discussing Arsenal’s plans to land a new striker, and he says that the club have been making calls over the last 24 to 48 hours to check on the availability of important strikers around Europe.
Mikel Arteta has already confirmed that Arsenal are working on adding a new striker, and Fabrizio Romano has revealed that in the last 24 to 48 hours, Arsenal have been making calls to explore options around Europe.
“It’s a work in progress,” Romano added, hinting at Arsenal’s continued search for a striker.
While the specific players Arsenal have inquired about remain unclear, there are a few names that could be on their radar given their recent form and needs. The Gunners will likely target a player who can provide consistent goalscoring options alongside Nketiah and Jesus.
Let’s see who emerges as the ideal fit.
Indeed, Arsenal have been linked with several strikers recently, and as the saying goes, there’s no smoke without fire.
Dusan Vlahovic, Jonathan David, Benjamin Sesko, and Evan Ferguson have all been mentioned as potential targets for the Gunners. Each of these players brings something unique to the table, but it’s not immediately clear who should be top of Arsenal’s list when you compare their statistics.
- Dusan Vlahovic: Known for his physicality and finishing ability, the Serbian striker could be a strong addition to Arsenal’s frontline, offering a different dimension in attack. However, his recent form at Juventus has raised some questions.
- Jonathan David: The Canadian has been in fine form with Lille, known for his clinical finishing and ability to play both as a centre-forward and a second striker. His versatility and consistency make him a tempting option.
- Benjamin Sesko: The highly-rated RB Salzburg forward has been attracting attention for his athleticism, technical skills, and potential to develop further. His age (20) makes him an exciting long-term investment, but is he ready to make an immediate impact?
- Evan Ferguson: The young Brighton striker has impressed with his performances in the Premier League, showing great promise and composure in front of goal. While his potential is high, would Arsenal be willing to take a chance on him as their first-choice striker?
Ultimately, Arsenal’s priority will likely be to find someone who can provide immediate goals and offer depth to their attack, but also someone who can grow with the team in the long run. Time will tell which direction they go in, but with Arteta’s focus on team chemistry, any new signing will have to fit seamlessly into his tactical setup.
| Jonathan David | Dusan Vlahovic | Evan Ferguson | Benjamin Sesko | |
| Games | 17 | 16 | 12 | 17 |
| Goals | 11 | 8 | 1 | 8 |
| Assists | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Height | 5 ft 9 | 6 ft 3 | 6 ft 1 | 6 ft 4 |
Jonathan David has been in the best form of that quartet this season, and if Arsenal do want a pure goalscorer, he may well be their man.
However, Arsenal do like the idea of having a more physical presence up front, and Sesko, Vlahovic and Ferguson are more suited to ticking that box given their respective height.
It remains to be seen what Arsenal do in January, but it could be an exciting month for the Gunners.
