Arsenal’s need for a new striker has increased in recent weeks.
Mikel Arteta’s side have not only struggled in front of goal, but have also lost two of their attacking players to long-term injuries this season.
While Bukayo Saka will be back from injury in a month or two, Gabriel Jesus has been ruled out for the rest of the season.
Kai Havertz is the only striker at the club right now and his poor form in front of goal has been a major concern for the Gunners.
Specialist in transfer news Fabrizio Romano has claimed that the Gunners have contacted clubs across Europe to inquire about striker availability.
Romano has reported that Arteta’s team have made several inquiries to sign a new striker this month.
He said:
“Arsenal are working on the forward position. Mikel Arteta already confirmed that Arsenal are working on a new addition.
“And I can tell you that also in the last 24-48 hours, there were a lot of calls from Arsenal asking about important player situations around Europe.
“So Arsenal are exploring opportunities for the forward position, see what he’s going to be able to do. But Arsenal are certainly looking at it. So work in progress.”
Mikel Arteta wants a new striker at Arsenal this month
Arsenal have been linked with some of the biggest names in football among them Benjamin Sesko, Dusan Vlahovic and Viktor Gyokeres.
Sesko’s agent has it denied reports of a move in the January transfer window but Gyokeres is still a possibility.
another name Brentford striker Yoane Wissa has been linked with a move to the Gunnerswho so far this season has managed to score 11 goals in the league.
Arteta is confident of closing a deal for a new striker and someone who can give them a leg up in the title race in the second half of the season.
