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Benjamin Sesko, Mikel Arteta and Alexander Isak (Photo by Stuart Franklin, Naomi Baker, Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)
A potential Mister deal involving Benjamin Sesko could make him Arsenal’s most realistic striker target, according to Charles Watts.
The Gunners have an obvious question right now, with Gabriel Jesus out with a serious and long-term injury, while Kai Havertz has proved somewhat inconsistent in that position, which may not have turned out to be his best role in the long term.
Speaking exclusively Grasp For his latest column for the Daily Briefing, Watts explained why he feels that is Sesko looks like the most realistic option for ArsenalDespite the strong ties with Aleksander Isak.
Watts also discussed Viktor Gyokeres as one to watch, stressing that he won’t necessarily go down on those other two to help the club strengthen up front.
A Benjamin Sesko transfer looks more likely than Aleksandar Isak for Arsenal
Discussing his latest understanding of Arsenal’s signing plans up front, Watts said: “Despite the strength of the links, I wouldn’t say it’s a certainty that Benjamin Sesko and Alexander Isak are the only two strikers on Arsenal’s target list over the next 12 months or so.
“They’re both obviously forwards, and they’re highly admired. We’ve known that for a while, but there will be other options they’re considering. For example, Viktor Gyokeres is another player we know he’s been watching over the last 12 months.
“Sesko still feels like the most likely for me, I have to say. His decision to stay at Leipzig in the summer and sign a new contract didn’t put Arsenal off. In fact, it’s a decision we know they understand, while he’s obviously disappointed.
“It is believed that there is an agreement between Cesko and Leipzig that he could leave this summer for a fee that would certainly be achieved for Arsenal.
“So it looks like that will be the route to try and go down. The big challenge, however, will be convincing Sesko that he will get plenty of game time if he decides to make the move, something they couldn’t do last summer.
“Interest in Isak has been talked about for a long time But it just seems like such hard work, even at the end of the season.
“The Swedish striker will remain for another three years on his contract and Price Newcastle will demand that Arsenal can make it incredibly difficult for him. It also looks like Newcastle will qualify for Europe, which would make things difficult.
“So while he could have been a dream target for Arteta, it’s hard not to see that as a bit unrealistic. Sesko feels a lot more stationed, which is why I still believe he’s the most likely addition ahead of next season.”
