August 23rd 2024.
The transfer window is in full swing and speculations are rife about Victor Osimhen's potential move to either Arsenal or Chelsea. Fans are eagerly waiting to see who will secure the prolific Nigerian striker's signature.
But amidst all the hype, a former Premier League goalkeeper has given his two cents on the matter. He believes that if Arsenal fails to land Osimhen, they should turn to Brentford's Ivan Toney as their top alternative. This comes as no surprise as the Gunners have been linked with several forwards throughout the summer, with Mikel Arteta looking to bolster his attacking options.
Osimhen's current club, Napoli, are reportedly demanding a staggering £85 million for his services, making him a highly sought-after player in the market. However, it seems like Chelsea are leading the race for his signature, despite Arsenal's renewed interest. ESPN pundit Shaka Hislop, who has played for Newcastle, West Ham, and Portsmouth in the Premier League, believes Toney would be the best option for Arsenal.
Toney, who scored an impressive 20 goals in the Championship last season, has also attracted interest from Saudi Pro League club Al Ahli. But Hislop believes that Arsenal should do everything in their power to keep the striker in England, especially after he was left out of Brentford's opening-day victory over Crystal Palace due to transfer rumors.
In an interview, Hislop stated that Toney ticks all the boxes for both the club and the player. He also mentioned Toney's potential with the national team as a reason why he would likely prefer to stay in the Premier League. Hislop acknowledged that it would be difficult to compete with the financial offers from Saudi Arabia, but Arsenal should still try to convince Toney to join them instead.
The Gunners have already made some moves in the transfer market, bringing in Italian defender Riccardo Calafiori and making goalkeeper David Raya's loan move permanent. They are also on the verge of signing Real Sociedad midfielder Mikel Merino for a fee of up to £32 million. However, with fans and experts alike feeling that another attacker would complete the puzzle for Arteta's squad, Arsenal are still on the lookout for a quality striker.
Only time will tell if Toney will make the switch to the Emirates, but one thing is for sure - the transfer window still has some surprises in store for us. Stay tuned for more updates on Arsenal's transfer news and exclusive analysis. Sign up now to stay informed and don't miss a beat!
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