Arsenal has made initial contact with a club regarding the potential signing of a striker valued at £50 million, following stalled discussions over the player’s contract renewal. The Gunners are looking to strengthen their attack amid ongoing uncertainties about their current squad and transfer targets.
Although much focus has been on finding a winger to cover for Bukayo Saka, who will be out for two months after hamstring surgery, Arsenal is also prioritizing the addition of a centre-forward.
While players like Dani Olmo of Barcelona and Randal Kolo Muani of PSG have been linked as potential replacements for Saka, credible reports indicate that Arsenal is equally focused on improving their striker options.
According to The Athletic, the club is open to acquiring a new striker in the January transfer window, despite the challenges of securing top-level talent mid-season. One player reportedly on their radar is Victor Osimhen, whose loan deal at Galatasaray includes a break clause, allowing for a potential move during the winter window.
Though Gabriel Jesus has been in excellent form, scoring five goals in two matches against Crystal Palace, and Kai Havertz has shown versatility in a striker role, there are still questions about the sustainability of Arsenal’s current attacking options.
The club has been linked with high-profile strikers for some time, including Benjamin Sesko of RB Leipzig, whom they pursued during the summer. Although Sesko opted to stay in the Bundesliga, there is speculation that Arsenal may revive their interest in 2025 due to a rumored “gentlemen’s agreement” for his eventual departure.
In addition to Sesko, Arsenal is now looking at Omar Marmoush of Eintracht Frankfurt. Reports from CaughtOffside suggest that the Egyptian forward has piqued Arsenal’s interest after an impressive 2024/25 season, during which he scored 18 goals and provided 12 assists in all competitions.
Marmoush’s unsettled contract situation has further fueled Arsenal’s interest, as the player is reportedly unhappy with his club’s renewal negotiations. At 25, his market value is estimated at £50 million.
Arsenal’s proactive pursuit of Marmoush places them ahead of rival Premier League clubs. While it remains uncertain whether a deal will be completed in January, the Gunners are positioning themselves to take advantage of Marmoush’s situation and strengthen their attacking options.
