BREAKING: Napoli has informed Arsenal that they are willing to sell Victor Osimhen, but with one condition. Mikel Arteta is dissatisfied with the condition, yet Arsenal’s Sporting Director is eager not to let the chance to acquire the world-class striker slip away.

Reports suggest that Napoli is open to selling their star striker, Victor Osimhen, to Arsenal, but with a significant condition that could prove challenging for manager Mikel Arteta. Arsenal is likely to target a striker in the upcoming transfer windows, either in January or next summer, to strengthen their attacking options as they aim for success in major competitions.

While Arsenal opted not to sign a traditional goalscorer in the last transfer window, they bolstered their forward line with Kai Havertz, a versatile forward. This left Eddie Nketiah and Gabriel Jesus to lead the attack.

However, the Gunners might shift their approach in the near future, realizing the need for an elite striker to compete at the highest level.

Victor Osimhen, one of the most coveted forwards in the world, has recently been linked with a move away from Napoli, particularly after a public rift with the club’s management. The controversy ignited when Osimhen was mocked on Napoli’s official TikTok account, leading to reports that he considered legal action.

Despite this, he has continued to play for Napoli, though the incident has fueled ongoing speculation about his future.

According to Calciomercato, Napoli is ready to sell Osimhen next summer, but with one condition that could complicate negotiations for Arsenal.

The Serie A side reportedly demands that Gabriel Jesus be included in the transfer, in addition to a hefty transfer fee. Given that Arsenal paid £50 million for Jesus and Osimhen’s value is rumored to exceed £100 million, this deal would come with a steep financial burden.

Gabriel Jesus has been a crucial part of Arteta’s tactical setup since joining Arsenal, making it unlikely that the manager would agree to let him go.

In light of this, Arsenal is also considering alternative options. One of those is Brentford’s Ivan Toney, who is available for transfer after serving his gambling suspension, which ends this winter.

While the opportunity to sign Osimhen is undoubtedly appealing, Arsenal faces a tough decision. The potential high cost of the deal, combined with the disruption to their current squad dynamics, could make it difficult for Arteta to accept such a trade.