Arsenal “prepared to spend” £62m to land a “world-class” striker, shifting focus away from Sesko. Arsenal is prepared to invest £62 million to acquire a “world-class” striker, opting for this player over Sesko and Isak

Arsenal’s striker hunt has taken a dramatic new turn, as confirmed in today’s press conference. Mikel Arteta and the Arsenal board are reportedly ready to invest £62 million to secure a “world-class” striker this summer — pivoting away from long-standing targets Benjamin Sesko and Alexander Isak.

The Gunners, who have been actively searching for a reliable No.9 to lead their line next season, appear to have identified a new primary target, with discussions already underway between the club and the player’s representatives.

“We are prepared to spend to strengthen the squad in key areas, and striker is one of them,” a club source stated in the presser. “Our focus has shifted because we believe this player is a perfect fit for the system and long-term project here.”

While the identity of the striker remains under wraps for now, insiders claim the player is currently lighting up one of Europe’s top leagues and is widely regarded as one of the best emerging centre-forwards on the continent.

This development comes after Arsenal cooled their interest in RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko, who had been strongly linked with a move to North London in recent months. Likewise, interest in Alexander Isak has faded, with Newcastle demanding an inflated fee north of £85 million — a figure Arsenal is unwilling to match.

Arteta is said to have personally approved the switch in focus, viewing this new target as not only a top finisher but a player capable of fitting seamlessly into Arsenal’s fluid, possession-heavy attacking style.

Fans have taken to social media with excitement, eager to learn the name of the striker Arsenal is prepared to bet big on. Many are calling for a proven goal scorer to finally fill the long-vacant role of a dominant, consistent No.9 at the Emirates.

With the summer transfer window approaching, Arsenal supporters can expect major developments in the coming weeks as Arteta looks to build a squad capable of dethroning Manchester City and making a deep Champions League run next season.