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Despite more than half of the season being over, England's "Arsenal" still does not have a main striker. Viktor Gyökeres, who was transferred from "Sporting" in the summer for 64 million pounds (147 million AZN) to provide "results now and immediately," has not fully lived up to expectations. The Swedish striker has not scored in the Premier League for almost three months.
Idman.Biz reports that this situation has led "Arsenal" to search for a striker again. In the spotlight of the London representative is Julian Alvarez, the striker of Madrid's "Atletico." According to reports, the "Gunners" are considering transferring the former "Manchester City" player in the summer for approximately 86 million pounds (198 million AZN).
Other options in Arteta's attacking line are also questionable. Although Gabriel Jesus got a chance in the game against "Manchester United," he made a weak impression and is likely to leave the club in the summer as he has one year left on his contract. Kai Havertz has practically not been in the starting lineup for a year due to long-term injuries.
Alvarez seems like an attractive option in this sense. He has Premier League experience and scored 19 goals in all tournaments in the two seasons he spent at "Manchester City." In the current season, he has stood out with four goals in six Champions League games and mainly plays as the second striker behind Alexander Sørloth at "Atletico" under the leadership of Diego Simeone.
Alvarez is superior to Gyökeres and Jesus in terms of the number of shots, passes, and opportunities created. "Arsenal's" interest in Alvarez is not only due to the Argentine's qualities but also to the questions raised by the current strikers. The London club is aware of the risk, but it is also clear that there is a gap in the attacking line.
