Arsenal Chiefs are said to be considering a potential January deal for a big name forward Mikel ArtetaIt looks like the 's team needs new offensive options as they try to go after him Premier League Favorite nickname: Liverpool.
Arsenal beat Ipswich Town with Bukayo Saka out for two months
Kai Havertz's goal gave Arsenal a crucial three points against relegation-threatened Ipswich Town at the Emirates Stadium, but unfortunately for Arteta, some bad news about Bukayo Saka lingered in the background.
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Arteta confirmed this on Friday Saka will now be out for more than two months after undergoing surgery On his hamstring, it represents a seismic blow for Arsenal, who must now cope without their star player.
He added: “He underwent surgery and everything went well, but unfortunately he will be out of action for many, many weeks.” He said Arteta on Saka's condition.
“It will take more than two months. I don't know exactly how long it will take. It will depend on how the scar tissue starts to heal, in the first week or so, and the mobility of that. It's very difficult to say.”
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Arsenal's next five matches in the English Premier League |
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Brentford (away) |
January 1 |
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Brighton (away) |
January 4 |
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Tottenham |
January 15 |
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Aston Villa (home) |
January 18 |
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wolves (away) |
January 25 |
“Bukayo's replacement will be the team. There were moments where things went well tonight and moments where you can see that there is still work to be done. But I am sure we will do it. We have to rely on the team and not the individual.”
Naturally, after this development, reports emerged Arsenal are likely to sign Saka's replacement in January It will only intensify.
Barcelona star Dani Olmo is of interest to Arsenal heading into next monthThey are believed to be in “positive contact” with Spanish representatives (Sasha Tavoleri).
Interestingly, The Athletic reported this Arsenal are also open to signing a new striker in JanuaryBut they also acknowledge that any noteworthy name will come with a hefty price tag.
Arsenal admire Wolves striker Matheus Cunha As winter approaches, though, starlet Vitor Pereira is not their only target.
Arsenal are considering a January move to sign Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen
According to Football Insider and journalist Pete O'Rourke, the Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen He is still on Arsenal's mind at the start of 2025.
The Nigerian striker is currently on a season-long loan from Napoli, but there A rumored break clause in Osimhen's contract Which would allow some interested clubs, including Arsenal, to make a move for him next month.
This will depend on the Gunners meeting his release clause with Napoli, which amounts to around €100. 66 million pounds sterling – Something they seem to be thinking about.
In fact, O'Rourke writes so Arsenal are planning to seal a 'box office deal' for Osimhen in Januarybut a host of big teams will also be thinking the same thing and may have to 'break the bank' in order to sign him.
The 25-year-old has, as many expected, continued to impress in the Premier League after leaving Napoli on a temporary deal in the summer – an anonymous Nigerian journalist has said. Foot bum Osimhen is among the “elite” strikers in the world.
“No matter what criticism you may level at Osimhen, you cannot question his energy and tireless commitment.” The reporter said.
“This unique quality sets him apart in modern football, and places him among the elite of strikers. He remains an asset even in goalscoring droughts.”