Michael Owen thinks Arsenal would be getting an upgrade on the left wing if they do decide to make an “opportunistic” move for Marcus Rashford.
Barcelona have until tomorrow (Monday, 15th June) to trigger their clause to buy the England international for €30m (£26m), but they are not expected to take up the option. Asked whether the Gunners would consider raiding Manchester United for one of their players, Owen said:
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“Arsenal are still sort of searching for a centre forward, so it gives you another option up there. Obviously, on the left-hand side, Trossard is a very good player, and Martinelli’s a very good player, but they aren’t quite on Rashford’s level when he’s fit and firing.”
“I can’t imagine Arsenal are going to be signing too many players. I expect them just to be quite opportunistic; maybe if a great centre forward comes along or an opportunity to get somebody, then they will act.”
“But I don’t think it’s the worst shout, to be honest. I think Rashford’s first priority will be to stay at Barcelona, and I think his team will be working around the clock to try to sort that one out. But if that doesn’t work, then of course other teams come into the fray, and Arsenal could be a great option.”
Arsenal are one of 3 PL teams linked with the player
The Daily Mail claim the Gunners, Tottenham and Aston Villa are the three clubs likeliest to make a move for Rashford, if Barcelona do send him back to Old Trafford.
Rashford’s sizeable wage demands, and the fact that he will be 29 in October, may count against him as manager Mikel Arteta and sporting director Andrea Berta weigh up their options to strengthen the left flank.
Who are the alternatives to Rashford?
Morgan Rogers appears to be the top target, although it should be pointed out that he has been mostly used as a no.10 by Villa.
Paris Saint-Germain’s Bradley Barcola and Ajax’s Mika Godts are also on the club’s radar, and the Gunners have had an enquiry turned away by Juventus for Kenan Yildiz.
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