Sport nationArsenal target ‘the next Thierry Henry’, in shock blockbuster transfer: report
By Mark White published about 2 hours ago
Arsenal are eyeing a new striker, with one player compared to the great Thierry Henry said to be on the radar
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta during a training session at London Colney on September 29, 2023 in St Albans, England.
Arsenal are poised to move for a striker compared to all-time top scorer Thierry Henry, as they look to solve their woes in front of goal.
The Gunners recorded 61 shots in their last three games but mustered just a single goal, with a different forward starting in each fixture. Gabriel Jesus blanked against West Ham United before New Year’s Day saw Eddie Nketiah start against Fulham. Kai Havertz then led the line against Liverpool in the FA Cup.
With fans clamouring for a new frontman and the team looking devoid of a cutting edge up front, Mikel Arteta is looking to bring in new blood this month to keep Arsenal’s title hopes alive.
BRENTFORD, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 25: Arsenal’s Kai Havertz celebrates scoring his side’s first goal during the Premier League match between Brentford FC and Arsenal FC at Gtech Community Stadium on November 25, 2023 in Brentford, United Kingdom. (Photo by Stephanie Meek – CameraSport via Getty Images)
Arsenal’s forwards have struggled of late (Image credit: Getty Images)
According to Football Transfers, the Gunners are keen on rekindling interest in Newcastle United striker, Alexander Isak.
Arsenal were keen on the Swede during his time at Real Sociedad and were heavily linked with him in the January transfer window of 2021. Now at the Magpies, Isak has been excellent under Eddie Howe, drawing comparisons to Thierry Henry for his long-legged style, power, pace and finishing ability.
While Newcastle have FFP concerns hanging over them, they may be convinced to accept a bid for a player who has struggled at times to stay fit. Unfortunately for Arsenal, however, they likely don’t have the money to make a move happen this January without significant sales.
LONDON, ENGLAND – OCTOBER 8: Alexander Isak of Newcastle United celebrates after scoring a goal during the Premier League match between West Ham United and Newcastle United at London Stadium on October 8, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Sebastian Frej/MB Media/Getty Images)
Alexander Isak has been a hit in English football (Image credit: Getty Images)
It remains to be seen whether or not Arsenal view Isak as worth the money, given that Newcastle may demand something close to £100 million for the forward. Bruno Guimaraes has a release clause to that value in his contract – so it stands to reason that the Gunners would have to pay a similar amount for Isak, and make sure they do so before something else triggers a move for Bruno.
Isak is valued at €70m by Transfermarkt.
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Mark White has been at on FourFourTwo since joining in January 2020, first as a staff writer before becoming content editor in 2023. An encyclopedia of football shirts and boots knowledge – both past and present – Mark has also represented FFT at both FA Cup and League Cup finals (though didn’t receive a winners’ medal on either occasion) and has written pieces for the mag ranging on subjects from Bobby Robson’s season at Barcelona to Robinho’s career. He has written cover features for the mag on Mikel Arteta and Martin Odegaard, and is assisted by his cat, Rosie, who has interned for the brand since lockdown.
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Arsenal target ‘the next Thierry Henry’, in shock blockbuster transfer: report
By Mark White published about 2 hours ago
Arsenal are eyeing a new striker, with one player compared to the great Thierry Henry said to be on the radar
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta during a training session at London Colney on September 29, 2023 in St Albans, England.
Arsenal are poised to move for a striker compared to all-time top scorer Thierry Henry, as they look to solve their woes in front of goal.
The Gunners recorded 61 shots in their last three games but mustered just a single goal, with a different forward starting in each fixture. Gabriel Jesus blanked against West Ham United before New Year’s Day saw Eddie Nketiah start against Fulham. Kai Havertz then led the line against Liverpool in the FA Cup.
With fans clamouring for a new frontman and the team looking devoid of a cutting edge up front, Mikel Arteta is looking to bring in new blood this month to keep Arsenal’s title hopes alive.
BRENTFORD, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 25: Arsenal’s Kai Havertz celebrates scoring his side’s first goal during the Premier League match between Brentford FC and Arsenal FC at Gtech Community Stadium on November 25, 2023 in Brentford, United Kingdom. (Photo by Stephanie Meek – CameraSport via Getty Images)
Arsenal’s forwards have struggled of late (Image credit: Getty Images)
According to Football Transfers, the Gunners are keen on rekindling interest in Newcastle United striker, Alexander Isak.
Arsenal were keen on the Swede during his time at Real Sociedad and were heavily linked with him in the January transfer window of 2021. Now at the Magpies, Isak has been excellent under Eddie Howe, drawing comparisons to Thierry Henry for his long-legged style, power, pace and finishing ability.
While Newcastle have FFP concerns hanging over them, they may be convinced to accept a bid for a player who has struggled at times to stay fit. Unfortunately for Arsenal, however, they likely don’t have the money to make a move happen this January without significant sales.
LONDON, ENGLAND – OCTOBER 8: Alexander Isak of Newcastle United celebrates after scoring a goal during the Premier League match between West Ham United and Newcastle United at London Stadium on October 8, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Sebastian Frej/MB Media/Getty Images)
Alexander Isak has been a hit in English football (Image credit: Getty Images)
It remains to be seen whether or not Arsenal view Isak as worth the money, given that Newcastle may demand something close to £100 million for the forward. Bruno Guimaraes has a release clause to that value in his contract – so it stands to reason that the Gunners would have to pay a similar amount for Isak, and make sure they do so before something else triggers a move for Bruno.
Isak is valued at €70m by Transfermarkt.
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Mark White has been at on FourFourTwo since joining in January 2020, first as a staff writer before becoming content editor in 2023. An encyclopedia of football shirts and boots knowledge – both past and present – Mark has also represented FFT at both FA Cup and League Cup finals (though didn’t receive a winners’ medal on either occasion) and has written pieces for the mag ranging on subjects from Bobby Robson’s season at Barcelona to Robinho’s career. He has written cover features for the mag on Mikel Arteta and Martin Odegaard, and is assisted by his cat, Rosie, who has interned for the brand since lockdown.
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