Arsenal make Dusan Vlahovic transfer decision as Mikel Arteta’s striker plan revealed

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Arsenal have been linked with a move for Dusan Vlahovic, with the striker facing a potential exit from Juventus this January.

The forward was linked with a switch to the Emirates Stadium a few years back, but instead decided to move from Fiorentina to the Bianconeri.

However, with Vlahovic nearing the final year of his contract with the Old Lady, there are doubts surrounding his future.

The striker could be facing an exit from Juventus, with Arsenal ready to pounce in the market.

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Arsenal eye Dusan Vlahovic transfer switch this January

It’s clear that Mikel Arteta is looking to add a forward of some description to his Arsenal ranks in the January transfer market.

Plenty of different links have appeared surrounding the Gunners and moves for a centre-forward or a winger.

While plenty may expect an incoming option on the right wing due to the absence of Bukayo Saka, there may be a striker instead.

That’s because, according to Rudy Galetti, Dusan Vlahovic is the top target for the Gunners this winter.

Arteta is claimed to be favouring a move for the striker over a switch for a possible wide player, though Bryan Mbeumo, Jamie Gittens and Leroy Sane are on the list too.

It’s unclear just how possible a switch for Vlahovic is, not least with potential demands from Juventus as his contract dwindles down.

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Why Arsenal need Dusan Vlahovic transfer switch

With Arsenal on the lookout for a centre-forward, landing Vlahovic in the January transfer window could be the best move they make.

The winter market is an awkward one to operate in, but it can also offer plenty of opportunities to land some bargains.

With Vlahovic’s contract situation looking awkward, Juventus could look to cash in on the forward as soon as possible.

If Arsenal decide to wait until the summer, there may be some months for a contract agreement to be landed instead.

Meanwhile, there is also time for him to get settled into the team under Arteta, with his physical qualities and technical ability allowing him to add something the team currently miss.

That may be the difference between winning and losing the Premier League title race this season.