Football pundit Thierry Henry, in a recent statement on BBC, has recommended that Arsenal explore the possibility of signing Dominic Solanke from Bournemouth during the January transfer window to bolster their offensive capabilities. Arsenal, following a defeat to West Ham United, has slipped to the second position in the league, trailing Liverpool by two points.
The consensus among observers is that Arsenal requires a consistent goal-scorer to contend for the Premier League title this season. The loss to West Ham underscored their difficulty in finding the back of the net, despite making 30 attempts. Gabriel Jesus, playing as the center-forward, missed two notable chances, admitting his limitations in goal-scoring. Substituting Eddie Nketiah in the second half did not yield significant results.
In the aftermath of this setback, there are indications that Arsenal is considering a more concerted effort to secure a new striker in January, with Ivan Toney being a primary target. However, Thierry Henry has expressed reservations about Toney’s recent lack of playing time due to suspension issues. Henry emphasized that, in pursuit of a title, Arsenal cannot afford to wait for a player to regain match fitness.
Instead, Henry proposed that Arsenal shift their focus to Dominic Solanke, citing the player’s impressive season. Standing at 6ft 1in, Solanke has notched up 12 goals and one assist in 18 league appearances. This makes him an enticing prospect for enhancing Arsenal’s attacking prowess. The decision to pursue Solanke in the upcoming transfer window will likely hinge on Arsenal’s determination to mount a serious challenge for the league title this season.
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