Arsenal could be set to make a further push to land Nottingham Forest star Anthony Elanga in the summer transfer window, according to reports - with the Gunners keen on landing the young Swedish star to increase their direct approach in the final third of the pitch.
Arsenal have gone five years without a major trophy, despite being involved in various Premier League title battles and semi-finals in that time - and attacking recruits this summer are seen to be crucial to their chances of claiming silverware to end a barren spell, despite their consistent efforts at gaining Champions League football in recent seasons.
Report: Arsenal 'Have Watched' Anthony Elanga
The Gunners have the Swedish star on their shortlist to come into the club
Anthony Elanga applauding the Nottingham Forest supporters
The report by TBR Football states that Arsenal are one of 'several' Premier League clubs who have taken an interest in signing Elanga - with the Swede having enjoyed a superb personal campaign under Nuno Espirito Santo in the east Midlands.
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Forest looked for a while as though they were set to qualify for the Champions League, but the chase for an elite European place was too much for them going into the final day, instead settling for Europa Conference League football instead.
As a result, 'lightning-fast' Elanga nabbed six goals and 11 assists in his ever-present Premier League campaign, and has once again sparked huge Champions League interest in his talents after leaving Manchester United - but Forest are keen to keep their star after his electric campaign.
The Tricky Reds are reportedly set to demand 'in excess' of £60million in the summer transfer window if anyone does make a move for his services, which could throw Arsenal off. Arsenal have been 'watching Elanga closely' as Mikel Arteta aims to bolster his wide ranks alongside his striking contingent, with Benjamin Sesko also being lined up from RB Leipzig. The Gunners need backup for Bukayo Saka, and could even utilise Elanga on the left-hand side to rival Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard for first-team minutes.
Elanga, at the age of just 23, could be a huge asset for the Gunners in that regard. With 113 Premier League appearances already, alongside 14 goals, he's showing now that he has the talent to make the step back up to Champions League football.
Statistics courtesy of WhoScored. Correct as of 11-06-26.
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