Arsenal Targets £60m Bundesliga Star as Alternative to Alexander Isak Amid Striker Shortage. Mikel arterta sees the french striker as the perfect long-term replacement for Gabriel jesus and the best Alexander isak alternative. Discussions are already underway,This could be a key move in Arterta’s rebuilding project. This will be a killer deal. We can’t depend on Merino anymore. We need a brilliant striker. This could be the best signing under Mikel arterta

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has addressed the growing striker situation at the Emirates in his latest press conference — and it seems the Gunners are preparing a bold move in the transfer market. With Alexander Isak proving difficult to land, Arsenal have now set their sights on a £60 million-rated French striker from the Bundesliga, identified as the perfect long-term replacement for Gabriel Jesus.

Arteta spoke about the importance of bringing in a clinical striker to lead his frontline, especially as Arsenal continue to fall short in decisive moments this season. “We can’t depend on Merino anymore. We need a brilliant striker,” Arteta admitted. While he didn’t name names, sources close to the club confirm that Arsenal are already deep in discussions with the Bundesliga star’s representatives.

“This is a key move in our rebuilding project,” Arteta stated. “It’s about finding a striker who not only fits our system but can lead this team for years to come.”

The Gunners had initially made Alexander Isak their primary target, but with Newcastle reluctant to sell, Arsenal have quickly pivoted to what many inside the club are calling an equally — if not better — option.

Fans and insiders alike believe this signing could be a defining moment for Arteta’s tenure. “This could be the best signing under Mikel Arteta,” one senior Arsenal figure was quoted saying after the press conference.

A striker shortage has plagued Arsenal’s ambitions this season, with Gabriel Jesus struggling with form and fitness. The addition of a dynamic, young French forward from Germany’s top flight is seen as exactly what Arsenal need to push for silverware.

As discussions advance, the club hopes to wrap up the deal swiftly, with Arteta keen to have his new No.9 in before the start of preseason.