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Arsenal have reportedly been “offered” the chance to sign 23-year-old Ukrainian striker Vladyslav Vanat from Dynamo Kyiv, according to a reports from several British media outlets.
The Gunners are looking to strengthen their attack this summer after a season where Kai Havertz played out of position for most of the year.
Vanat was a key player for Dynamo Kyiv last season, scoring 21 goals and providing nine assists in 45 appearances in all competitions.
He has also emerged as a reliable option for the Ukraine national team, making 11 appearances so far.
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The 23-year-old has a release clause of £17m in his contract at Kyiv, which is active until June 2027. It’s likely that Dynamo Kyiv is trying to cash in on him before his contract begins to run down.
Vanat came through the academy at Dynamo Kyiv and has made 112 appearances for the club, scoring 48 goals and providing 22 assists. He has played for every Ukraine youth team from ages U16s up to the first team.
Arsenal have been linked to several strikers this summer, including Benjamin Sesko and Viktor Gyokeres. However, Vanat could be a high-potential bargain option for Mikel Arteta’s team.
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The report suggests that Arsenal are among a group of European clubs monitoring Vanat this summer, including clubs from England, Spain, and Italy.
If Arsenal were to sign Vanat, it would be an interesting move, given his impressive form for Dynamo Kyiv and the Ukraine national team.
Vanat’s signing would also be a strategic move for Arsenal, given the player’s potential and the relatively low release clause in his contract. It will interesting to see if Arsenal pursue Vanat this summer or focus on other targets.
The Gunners will be looking to strengthen their squad this summer, and signing a striker with Vanat’s potential could be a great addition to the team. With his impressive form and relatively low price tag, Vanat could be a great signing for Arsenal.
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