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Arsenal striker situation: Updates about Sesko, Isak & loan move

Arsenal are desperate to add a striker to their squad this month. They have clinical strikers like Benjamin Sesko and Alexander Isak on the radar. They can also opt to sign someone on loan for half season.

Gunners wanted to sign Benjamin Sesko in summer itself. But, they were unable to convince the 21 year old who instead signed contract extension with Leipzig. Hence, the North London club ended summer window without signing striker.

However, Arsenal’s discussion of not signing striker has costed them multiple times this month. They have dropped many points due to shortage in final third. In addition, injuries have made the situation even worse.

Can Arsenal land Benjamin Sesko this month?

Arsenal are still keen to sign Sesko and are putting in constant efforts. However, it will be verg hard for them to sign the 21 year old this month as per The Athletic. Leipzig will demand a hefty fee as it is the middle of the season and replacement for someone like Sesko is almost impossible to find.

The 21 year old also prefers to stay with Leipzig until the end of the season. Earlier, Gunners were said to sign him on loan but the striker’s agent rejected the loan move straight away. It seems like the North London club will have to wait until summer to get the deal done.

Can Gunners land Isak instead?

It is a similar situation for Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak. The Magpies are unwilling to part ways with Swedish striker and will demand british record fee to do so. It will be impossible for Gunners to get the deal done in the middle of the month.

Is there loan option available for any striker?

The Athletic further reported that Gunners may opt to sign someone on loan due to their interest in players like Sesko and Isak. The North London club can then re-enter the market in summer and finally land a big-name striker.

As of now, Botafogo striker Igor Jesus is the name being linked with Arsenal. The Brazilian striker can be easily convinced and the deal can also be carried smoothly due to the footballing calender in Brazil.

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