Arteta Eyes €70 Million Move for RB Leipzig Star to Bolster Attack Following Recent Setbacks
Arsenal are ramping up efforts to secure RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko as manager Mikel Arteta looks to strengthen his squad during the January transfer window. Recent reports suggest the Gunners are preparing a €70 million bid for the Slovenian forward, whose impressive form has caught the attention of Europe’s top clubs.
Arsenal’s Title Hopes Falter Amid Injury Woes
The North London side’s Premier League campaign hit another stumbling block over the weekend after a 2-2 draw with Aston Villa at the Emirates. Despite goals from Gabriel Martinelli and Kai Havertz giving Arsenal a two-goal lead, Villa responded with strikes from Youri Tielemans and Ollie Watkins. A late potential winner from Mikel Merino was ruled out for handball, leaving Arsenal six points adrift of league leaders Liverpool, who have a game in hand.
The Gunners’ challenges have been compounded by injuries, most notably the season-ending ACL injury to striker Gabriel Jesus. This has prompted Arteta to acknowledge the need for reinforcements, stating that Arsenal are “actively looking” for signings to improve squad depth.
Sesko Linked as a Priority Target
Benjamin Sesko has emerged as a top target for Arsenal. The 20-year-old striker has netted 13 goals in 23 appearances for RB Leipzig this season and is viewed as a long-term solution to Arsenal’s issues in front of goal.
While earlier rumors suggested a possible loan move, Sesko’s agent, Elvis Basanovic, dismissed the speculation, stating, “Sesko is not a player for loans. If you ask me if Sesko will move in January, I can only say Sesko is an RB Leipzig player and fully focused on that.”
Reports from Spain indicate that Arsenal are now pushing for a permanent deal, with a €70 million offer reportedly on the table. The Gunners’ financial power may give them an edge over suitors like Barcelona, who are reportedly unable to compete at this level.
Legend Alan Smith Reflects on Arsenal’s Title Challenge
As Arsenal intensify their pursuit of Sesko and other reinforcements, club legend Alan Smith has expressed concerns about the Gunners’ chances of reclaiming the Premier League title. Speaking to BonusCodeBets, Smith noted that losing the title to Liverpool rather than Manchester City would be particularly painful for Arsenal fans.
“It would sting badly if Liverpool end up winning the league because Arsenal have been on their shoulder for the last few years,” Smith said. “Liverpool leapfrogging them would be difficult to take. But that’s football. These things happen, and you’ve got to keep pushing and improving.”
Smith emphasized the importance of adding to the squad, highlighting the youth and potential of the current team while acknowledging the need for fresh faces to maintain competitiveness.
With the title race intensifying, Arsenal are under pressure to address their shortcomings and keep pace with Liverpool. Securing a proven goal-scorer like Sesko could be a game-changing move for the Gunners, who remain determined to challenge for the Premier League title despite recent setbacks.
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