Arsenal opened discussions to sign the “king of kings” striker surpassing Sesko’s performance. Arsenal has now made first contact over a potential summer deal for a £44m striker, who is attracting widespread interest from the Premier League, according to a report
In a stunning development that could reshape Arsenal’s attacking plans for next season, Mikel Arteta’s side has officially opened discussions to sign a striker being dubbed the “King of Kings” — a forward whose performances have reportedly outshone the heavily hyped Benjamin Sesko.
According to reports revealed during a press conference earlier today, Arsenal has made first contact over a potential £44 million summer deal for the prolific striker, whose name is quickly becoming one of the hottest topics across the Premier League transfer scene.
Who Is the ‘King of Kings’ Striker?
While the club has yet to publicly confirm the player’s identity, insiders suggest that Arsenal have identified this striker as a priority target following his breakout campaign, where his goalscoring exploits have eclipsed even the likes of Sesko — who had long been linked with a move to North London.
The player is attracting widespread interest, with several Premier League clubs monitoring his situation. But Arsenal have stolen a march on their rivals by initiating early talks with the player’s representatives.
Arteta’s Ambition for a New Number 9
Speaking to the media, Mikel Arteta didn’t drop any names but made his intentions crystal clear:
“We’re looking for players with presence, power, and the instinct to finish — someone who can change a game in a moment. This summer, we’ll be ambitious in the market.”
This move signals Arteta’s plan to bolster Arsenal’s frontline, with Gabriel Jesus and Eddie Nketiah both having mixed seasons and question marks remaining over the team’s cutting edge in decisive matches.
£44m Price Tag Sparks Bidding War
The striker’s current club values him at around £44 million — a fee Arsenal are reportedly prepared to negotiate, especially with competition heating up from fellow top-six clubs. The Gunners are determined to act fast to avoid a transfer saga similar to the Sesko chase.
Fans Buzzing With Speculation
As soon as news broke, Arsenal fans flooded social media with speculation over the identity of this mystery striker. Some names being thrown around include Viktor Gyökeres, Dusan Vlahovic, and Santiago Gimenez — though nothing concrete has been confirmed.
One fan posted:
“Whoever this ‘King of Kings’ is, Edu better get it done quickly. We need a killer up top.”
Another added:
“If this guy’s better than Sesko, then he’s exactly what we’ve been waiting for.”
What’s Next for Arsenal?
With Arsenal making the first move and transfer discussions now underway, it seems inevitable that more details will emerge in the coming days. Whether this turns into a record-breaking swoop or a heated Premier League bidding war, Arsenal fans can expect a thrilling summer ahead.