Arsenal and PSG compete for new striker in summer transfer window

Mikel Arteta and Arsenal are facing a significant challenge in this summer’s transfer window — Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) has emerged as a competitor in their pursuit of a target striker.

Criticism of Arsenal’s attacking line continues due to the absence of a world-class striker — the North London team has relied more on collective play to score goals.

Last season proved this strategy was not optimal, especially when the team experienced an injury crisis in attack. Mikel Arteta even had to repurpose Mikel Merino — naturally a defensive midfielder — as a false nine.

The Champions League semifinal defeat against PSG further emphasized Arsenal’s need for a new striker — a mission now threatened by competition from the French club in the transfer market.