Former Arsenal defender William Gallas has sparked fresh transfer debate by revealing his preference for Arsenal to prioritise a move for Bradley Barcola ahead of Khvicha Kvaratskhelia when the summer transfer window opens.
Gallas — speaking to BOYLE Sports — argued that ARSENAL need to recalibrate their attacking options and suggested Barcola’s playing style could better complement Viktor Gyökeres and Bukayo Saka, emphasising creativity and service into the box rather than the individual flair that Kvaratskhelia offers.
Arsenal’s season has been characterised by strong domestic form and a deep Champions League run, yet their attack has drawn scrutiny for lacking genuine width and penetration at times. Gallas believes that a new wide attacker is key to unlocking defences, and while acknowledging Kvaratskhelia’s talent, Gallas told BoyleSports:‘Would I prefer Khvicha Kvaratskhelia or Bradley Barcola for Arsenal? Barcola.
‘When you’ve got a striker like Gyokeres, you need players to give him the ball to score the goals, and that’s why maybe some of Arsenal’s style has to change, or Arsenal need to change their striker.’
Barcola, 23, has been a regular contributor for Paris Saint-Germain, making an impact in Ligue 1 and European competition with his blend of pace, technical ability and work rate.
Kvaratskhelia, 25, is also a key attacking figure for PSG, producing goals and assists while consistently influencing matches from the left flank. Recent reports have linked both players with interest from Arsenal, though neither move is close to completion
Barcola vs Kvaratskhelia — Who’s the Better Signing for Arsenal?
From a tactical fit perspective, Barcola arguably ticks more boxes for *ARSENAL*’s system. He is versatile, capable of operating on either wing and contributing defensively — a useful trait in Arteta’s pressing structure.
His service, pace and understanding of transitional play could unlock Premier League defences more consistently. Barcola’s relative youth and room for improvement also make him a valuable long-term asset, and he may command a more attainable fee than some elite alternatives.
Kvaratskhelia, on the other hand, brings undeniable star quality. He has proven himself in top-level competition with moments of individual brilliance, consistently creating chances and chaining together high-impact performances.
However, his transfer would likely come with a significantly higher price tag — potentially €80m-plus — and Arsenal could face resistance from PSG, who value him as a core first-team player.
In short, Barcola may represent the more pragmatic and synergistic signing, boosting *ARSENAL*’s attacking cohesion.
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