Benjamin Sesko, Mikel Arteta and Alexander Isak (Photo by Stuart Franklin, Naomi Baker, Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)
A possible gentleman’s agreement involving Benjamin Sesko could make him Arsenal’s most realistic striker target, according to Charles Watts.
The Gunners have an obvious issue up front at the moment, with Gabriel Jesus out with a serious and lengthy injury, while Kai Havertz proves slightly inconsistent in that position, which may not even prove to be his best role in the long term.
Speaking exclusively to CaughtOffside for his latest Daily Briefing column, Watts explained why his feeling is that Sesko looks like the most realistic option for Arsenal, despite the strong links with Alexander Isak as well.
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Watts also discussed Viktor Gyokeres as one to watch, emphasising that it won’t necessarily just come down to those other two to help the club strengthen up front.
Benjamin Sesko transfer looks more likely than Alexander Isak for Arsenal
Benjamin Sesko and Alexander Isak (Photo by Maja Hitij, George Wood/Getty Images)
Discussing his latest understanding of Arsenal’s plans to make a signing up front, Watts said: “Despite the strength of the links, I wouldn’t say it’s a certainty that Benjamin Sesko and Alexander Isak are the only two strikers on Arsenal’s list of targets over the next 12 months.
“Both are obviously forwards they admire greatly. We’ve known that for some time, but there will be other options out there that they are thinking about. Viktor Gyokeres for example is another player we know has been watched over the past 12 months.
“Sesko still feels like the most likely one for me I have to say. His decision to stay at Leipzig in the summer and sign a new deal did not put Arsenal off. In fact it’s a decision we know they understood, whilst obviously being disappointed.
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