The January transfer window is barely open but the rumor mill is already in full swing, with Arsenal making waves in their pursuit of a marquee January signing. Top of the Gunners’ wish list? None other than Juventus hitman Dusan Vlahovic.
Arteta Sets His Sights on Serie A Sharpshooter
Mikel Arteta has made no secret of his desire to add more firepower to an Arsenal attack that has occasionally misfired this season. With Gabriel Jesus’ injury highlighting the need for depth, technical director Edu has been tasked with delivering a top-class center forward in the winter window.
Enter Dusan Vlahovic. The Serbian international has been in sparkling form for Juventus, netting 12 goals in 22 appearances across all competitions. His physicality, technique, and nose for goal have reportedly caught Arteta’s eye, with the Spaniard believing Vlahovic could be the missing piece in Arsenal’s jigsaw.
Dusan is a player we have admired for a long time. He has all the qualities to be a success in the Premier League and would fit perfectly into our style of play.
– Arsenal source close to the negotiations
Juventus Play Hardball Over Prized Asset
Extracting Vlahovic from the Allianz Stadium will be no easy task, however. Juventus splashed out €70 million to sign the striker from Fiorentina just 12 months ago and are under no pressure to sell. With a contract running until 2026, the Bianconeri hold all the cards.
Italian sources suggest that Arsenal have lodged an opening bid in the region of €65 million, but Juve are holding out for a fee closer to €90 million. Throw in Premier League rivals Chelsea and Manchester United monitoring the situation, and the stage is set for a good old-fashioned transfer tug-of-war.
Alternatives Eyed if Vlahovic Pursuit Falls Through
Should Arsenal fail to land their primary objective, attention is likely to turn to alternative targets. Borussia Dortmund’s Jamie Gittens and Bayern Munich’s Leroy Sané have both been mentioned in dispatches, but neither quite fits the physical profile Arteta is seeking.
- Gianluca Scamacca: The Italian international is reportedly unsettled at West Ham and could be tempted by a Big Six switch.
- Victor Osimhen: Napoli’s Nigerian powerhouse would be a statement signing, but his massive price tag may deter the Gunners.
With a month of twists and turns ahead, Arsenal fans will be watching developments with bated breath. Can Edu and Arteta deliver the blockbuster signing to turbocharge their title charge? Over to you, Dusan…
