Arsenal have been urged to splash the cash on a world-class striker valued at £80 million during this January transfer window
Arsenal are racing against time in the January transfer window, with no new additions to the squad despite manager Mikel Arteta’s public admission that reinforcements are desperately needed. The Gunners are grappling with significant injuries and suspensions but have admirably maintained their unbeaten record in the Premier League during this challenging period.
Key players Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Jesus have been sidelined, with Saka expected to return in late February and Jesus ruled out for the remainder of the season following an ACL injury sustained against Manchester United in the FA Cup. These setbacks have left Arsenal short of options in attack as they continue their push for silverware.
Arteta has made no secret of his desire to bolster the squad. “We lost two very, very important players, Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Jesus. So we lack goals, we lack people, we lack options in the frontline—it’s clear,” he said. “Ideally, we need some help. We were short already, and now we are even shorter. The team still copes with that, but we have to do what is right for the club.”
The Arsenal manager emphasised that any signing must have a genuine impact. “Any player? No. [It has to be] someone that makes us better and has an impact on the team,” Arteta added.
Arteta reportedly has his sights set on Alexander Isak and Benjamin Sesko to address Arsenal’s attacking concerns. However, both deals appear challenging. Newcastle United are unwilling to entertain offers for Isak, who has been instrumental for them this season, while RB Leipzig could still be convinced to cash in on Sesko if Arsenal make the right offer.
Recent reports suggest Arsenal are considering a £60 million move for Sesko who has drawn comparisons to Erling Haaland. The 21-year-old Slovenian striker who has scored 14 goals and provided eight assists across all competitions this season, has expressed his individuality despite comparisons to the Manchester City star. “I already said that I’m my own player. The only thing we have in common is height and speed, but our styles of play are different,” Sesko told ESPN in 2023.
Sky Sports pundit Jamie Carragher believes Sesko would be a crucial addition for Arsenal. Speaking on “Transfer Deal or No Deal,” Carragher said, “Deal—they need to sign a center-forward, otherwise they won’t win the Premier League.”
Arsenal are also monitoring Wolves forward Matheus Cunha, who is reportedly valued at £65 million. However, Carragher expressed skepticism about the Brazilian’s fit for Arsenal, saying, “He’s a good player, but I’m not sure I’d be paying £65 million for him. I’m not sure where he plays for Arsenal.”
