Arsenal are looking to boost their firepower in the January transfer window, and they have identified Bologna’s Joshua Zirkzee as their main target. The Dutch striker has been in sensational form this season, scoring eight goals in 16 games and helping Bologna challenge for a Champions League spot. But Arsenal will have to pay a hefty price to secure his services, as they face competition from other top clubs.
Edu’s Ambitious Plan to Revive Arsenal’s Attack
Arsenal have been struggling to find the back of the net this season, slipping to fourth in the Premier League and crashing out of the FA Cup. Edu, the club’s sporting director, is determined to change that by bringing in a top-class striker. He has set his sights on Zirkzee, who has a €50m (£43m) release clause in his contract. However, Arsenal will also have to pay an extra £15m to beat their rivals to his signature, according to TeamTalk.
Arsenal had initially considered Brentford’s Ivan Toney, but they were put off by his £100m price tag. Zirkzee, who joined Bologna from Bayern Munich last summer, has emerged as a more realistic and exciting option. TeamTalk reports that “Arteta wants to sign a new striker this month and… it’s since emerged that Bologna’s Zirkzee is now the club’s No 1 target.”
Zirkzee’s Impressive Rise in Serie A
Zirkzee has been a revelation in Serie A, showing his pace, power, and finishing ability. He has become one of the most feared strikers in the league, and has also impressed for the Netherlands Under-21 team. His performances have not gone unnoticed, as several top clubs have shown interest in him. But Arsenal are hoping to lure him to the Emirates, where he could form a lethal partnership with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.
Edu’s Smart Moves to Fund Zirkzee’s Transfer
Edu is ready to splash the cash on Zirkzee, but he also has to balance the books. He could do that by selling Eddie Nketiah, who has fallen out of favour at Arsenal and has attracted interest from Crystal Palace. TeamTalk suggests that “if the Gunners can claw back around £30m for Nketiah… it will reduce Arsenal’s total outlay and make the deal all the more easier to swallow.”
Arsenal fans will be hoping that Edu can pull off this ambitious deal and bring Zirkzee to the club. He could be the missing piece in Arsenal’s puzzle, and the key to their title challenge.
