BREAKING NEWS: “I Need a Dangerously Powerful Striker, Not Gyökeres” – Arteta Stops Arsenal Transfer, Names His Top Target
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has reportedly put an end to the club’s pursuit of Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyökeres, insisting that he wants a more dangerous and physically dominant forward to lead the attack next season.
The Spanish manager has been on the hunt for a world-class No. 9, and it appears that Gyökeres does not fit the exact profile he envisions for his team.
Arsenal have been linked with Gyökeres for months, with reports suggesting the club was considering triggering his €100 million release clause.
The Swedish striker has been in phenomenal form for Sporting, scoring goals for fun in the Primeira Liga. However, despite his impressive record, Arteta is reportedly unconvinced that he is the ideal fit for Arsenal’s ambitions.
According to sources close to the club, Arteta believes Arsenal need a striker who is not just prolific but also “dangerously powerful” – someone who can dominate defenders, hold up play effectively, and offer a consistent goal threat in high-stakes matches.
While Gyökeres has shown great promise, Arteta reportedly wants a more proven and physically imposing forward to take Arsenal to the next level.
So, who is the striker that Arteta truly wants? Reports suggest that Napoli’s Victor Osimhen is at the top of the Arsenal boss’s wish list.
The Nigerian forward has been one of the deadliest strikers in Europe over the past few seasons, playing a crucial role in Napoli’s Serie A title-winning campaign. Osimhen’s pace, power, and clinical finishing make him the kind of forward Arteta sees as the missing piece in Arsenal’s attack.
However, signing Osimhen will not be easy. The Nigerian international has a hefty release clause of around €120–130 million, and competition for his signature is fierce, with Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain also showing interest. Despite this, Arsenal are reportedly ready to make a serious push to land their dream striker.
With the summer transfer window approaching, Arsenal fans will be eager to see if Arteta gets his wish. One thing is clear: the Gunners are aiming high, and their pursuit of a top-tier striker could define their title ambitions next season.
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