May 8th 2024.
Ray Parlour, a former player for Arsenal, recently shared his thoughts on the team's transfer strategy. He believes that Arsenal should make a move for Alexander Isak, a star player from Newcastle United, even though it could cost as much as the record-breaking £100m they spent on Declan Rice.
Over the past few years, Arsenal has made some impressive strides in the Premier League under the guidance of manager Mikel Arteta. However, they also recognize the need for more support in the transfer market to keep up with the likes of Manchester City and stay ahead of other top teams like Liverpool, Chelsea, Manchester United, and Newcastle.
Last summer, Arsenal spent over £200m on new signings, including Kai Havertz, Jurrien Timber, and Declan Rice, who became the club's most expensive signing to date after joining from West Ham. Parlour believes that Arsenal might need to match Rice's record-breaking fee again this summer if they want to bring Isak to the Emirates Stadium and solve their striker issues.
Isak, who is 24 years old, has been one of the most exciting players in the Premier League for the past two seasons, scoring an impressive 34 goals for Newcastle. Parlour, who is now a Gunners legend, shared his thoughts on Isak's potential, saying, "He is the type of player who could do well in this Arsenal team. He will fit perfectly into their fluid style of play and could thrive with the support of players like Saka, Martinelli, Havertz, Trossard, and Odegaard."
However, Parlour also acknowledges that it won't be easy for Arsenal to sign Isak, as Newcastle will not want to lose their top striker. He believes that Isak's fee would be similar to Rice's, and if Newcastle is forced to sell, it could be a significant move for Arsenal. Parlour is a big fan of Isak, saying, "He is a player I really like."
Parlour also believes that Isak could have a similar impact on Arsenal as Rice, who has been an important player for the team since his move last summer. "If you look at the signing of Rice, he was exactly what the team needed after Granit Xhaka left, and he has taken the club to another level," Parlour said. "Declan has been a top signing for Arsenal, and he has been crucial in their title race with Manchester City."
Rice's energy and consistency have been praised by Parlour, who also believes that he deserves to be in the running for the PFA Player of the Season award. He also commended Rice for how well he has settled into the team and performed at the highest level during crucial moments of the season.
Arsenal currently sits just one point above Manchester City, with one more game played, and they face a tough test this weekend with a trip to Manchester United. Their final match of the season will be at home against Everton. Fans can stay updated on all Arsenal news, exclusives, and analysis by signing up for the club's official newsletter.
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