Arsenal’s pursuit of a new striker continues to gather pace, with Fabrizio Romano confirming that talks remain **ongoing for both Benjamin Šeško and Viktor Gyökeres**, and that a new frontman is expected to arrive at the Emirates before the summer window closes.
With Mikel Arteta keen to bolster his attacking options ahead of the 2025/26 campaign, Arsenal are leaving no stone unturned in their efforts to land a top-class forward who can help close the gap at the very top of the Premier League.
### Arsenal in Constant Contact
Romano has revealed that there are **daily discussions** taking place between Arsenal and the representatives of both Šeško and Gyökeres. The club is weighing up their options carefully, and while no final decision has been made yet, the feeling within the Emirates is that **one of the two will be wearing Arsenal red come August**.
Arsenal’s recruitment team, led by Andrea Berta, has been working behind the scenes to assess every element of a potential deal — including the player’s profile, financial terms, and fit within Arteta’s tactical system.
### Šeško vs Gyökeres — Two Talents, Two Different Profiles
Benjamin Šeško, the 22-year-old Slovenian striker currently at RB Leipzig, is widely seen as the **long-term project** with a high ceiling. His physicality, movement, and finishing ability have made him one of the most sought-after young forwards in Europe. Arsenal admire his potential and believe he could become a 20-goal-a-season striker in the Premier League.
Viktor Gyökeres, meanwhile, is more **established and immediate**. After an explosive season with Sporting CP, where he racked up goals and assists in both domestic and European competitions, the Swedish striker offers a more ready-made solution. His aggression, work rate, and confidence in front of goal make him a more physical option than Šeško, and one perhaps better suited to the demands of English football from day one.
### Arteta Wants the Right Fit
Arsenal are determined not to rush the decision. Arteta wants the **right personality as much as the right player**, someone who will integrate into the squad’s culture and respond well to competition for places. Both Šeško and Gyökeres have been thoroughly scouted and vetted — and while each would bring different strengths to the team, both are seen as capable of leading the line for Arsenal in major competitions.
### A Striker Will Arrive — That’s Certain
While the final decision remains pending, what is clear is that **Arsenal will sign a striker this summer**. Romano confirmed, “Arsenal are on it… for sure, a new striker will be at Arsenal this summer.” The club’s ambition is unwavering — and with Champions League football and a title challenge on the horizon, the pressure is on to deliver the right player.
In the coming weeks, one of these striker sagas is expected to reach a conclusion. Arsenal fans will be hoping it ends with their new No. 9 posing in front of the Emirates Stadium, ready to fire the Gunners toward silverware.
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