Arsenal has initiated contact with a club regarding the potential acquisition of a £50 million-rated striker, following stalled negotiations over the player’s contract renewal. The Gunners are actively seeking to strengthen their attacking options amid uncertainties surrounding their current roster and ongoing transfer targets.
While much attention has been on finding a winger to replace Bukayo Saka, who is sidelined for two months due to hamstring surgery, Arsenal appears equally focused on adding a centre-forward.
Players like Dani Olmo of Barcelona and Randal Kolo Muani of PSG have been linked as possible solutions for Saka’s absence. However, credible reports suggest the club is also keen on bolstering its striker department.
According to The Athletic, Arsenal is open to acquiring a new striker in the January transfer window despite the challenges of securing top-tier talent mid-season. Among those on their radar is Victor Osimhen, whose loan deal with Galatasaray reportedly includes a break clause, enabling potential mid-season moves.
While Gabriel Jesus has been in superb form, scoring five goals in two games against Crystal Palace, and Kai Havertz has proven adaptable in a striker role, questions linger about the sustainability of Arsenal’s current options.
The club has long been linked to high-caliber strikers, including Benjamin Sesko of RB Leipzig, whom they pursued during the summer transfer window. Although Sesko chose to stay in the Bundesliga, there is speculation that Arsenal might rekindle their interest in 2025, given reports of a “gentlemen’s agreement” for his departure.
In addition to Sesko, Arsenal has turned its attention to Omar Marmoush of Eintracht Frankfurt. Reports from CaughtOffside suggest the Egyptian forward has attracted serious interest after a stellar 2024/25 season, during which he has scored 18 goals and provided 12 assists across all competitions.
Marmoush’s uncertain contract situation has further fueled Arsenal’s interest, as the player is reportedly dissatisfied with his club’s renewal negotiations. At 25, his market value is estimated at £50 million.
Arsenal’s proactive efforts to secure Marmoush place them ahead of rival Premier League clubs. While it remains unclear whether a deal can be finalized in January, the Gunners are positioning themselves to capitalize on Marmoush’s situation and reinforce their attacking lineup.
