Arsenal have been linked with a move for several strikers, but Tottenham Hotspur are also in the market for a new forward.
The likes of Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyokeres have been linked with moves to the Emirates, but given their respective price tags and the form of Kai Havertz, both deals look unlikely.
It was recently reported that Arsenal had reignited their interest in Gyokeres, but have baulked at the asking price set by Sporting Club De Portugal.
As it stands, Eddie Nketiah looks likely to depart, but Arsenal rejected offers from Marseille as they fell below their asking price of a minimum of £30m.
Following the frustration over Gyokeres, Arsenal were linked with a shock move for Bournemouth striker Dominic Solanke, but Tottenham are also keen. However, this could end up being beneficial for Arsenal.
Tottenham advance in deal for Arsenal target Dominic Solanke
Fabrizio Romano has now revealed that Tottenham and Ange Postecoglou are eager to sign Solanke, who has a release clause of around £65m at Bournemouth.
“Understand Tottenham are pushing to get Dominic Solanke deal done, talks underway with Bournemouth. Solanke has given the green light to Spurs as negotiations are ongoing to find an agreement,” he posted on X.
Despite Arsenal’s reported interest in Solanke, he is not a player who upgrades Mikel Arteta’s team, nor does he offer the speed desired in another attacker.
This means that if Spurs do sign Solanke, Arsenal fans may not be too fussed, but Arteta and Edu Gaspar may see this as an opportunity.
Bournemouth could turn to Eddie Nketiah as Dominic Solanke replacement
Arsenal rejecting Marseille’s offers for Nketiah was a bold move, as they may now be banking on Premier League sides to make higher bids.
Arteta may be happy to keep Nketiah if no move arises, but a sale this summer would boost the club’s finances in terms of PSR, and he has fallen further down the pecking order upfront.
If Bournemouth do sell Solanke to Spurs for £65m, they will have money to spend, and will be desperate to sign a striker who can score goals in the Premier League.
This could lead them directly to Nketiah, who has a similar goal record to what Solanke managed before last season, and has over 150 appearances in English football. His price tag may not be a problem, and Arsenal could find themselves making a very profitable sale as a result.
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