Arsenal have opened talks to sign a new striker in the summer transfer window as they look to bolster Mikel Arteta's squad.
The Gunners get to make a new signing this summer as they look to build on a phenomenal season that saw them lift the Premier League title.
It's been a slow start to the window for Arsenal, with Aston Villa forward Morgan Rogers and PSG star Bradley Barcola their priority targets at the moment.
They are yet to get a deal over the line, but they do appear to be working on multiple transfers.
The Gunners shouldn't need too many additions in the summer transfer window after winning the Premier League title and reaching the Champions League final last season.
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According to a report from German outlet Bild, Arsenal have held talks with the representatives of Bayer Leverkusen striker Christian Kofane in the summer transfer window.
Arsenal's interest in the forward, labelled 'one of Europe's most exciting strikers', is described as serious, and he's been on their radar since impressing against them back in March during a Champions League clash.
One of Kofane's representatives, Eric Depolo, has already confirmed Arsenal's interest, suggesting they'd have a top striker for the next ten years.
“Arsenal’s interest is serious. With Kofane, Arsenal would have a top striker for the next 10 years. He’s a €100m player.”
Arsenal do face competition for his signature, but Arsenal will be leading in the race due to having Champions League football.
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Arsenal might not have faith in Gyokeres
Viktor Gyokeres
Arsenal brought Swedish striker Viktor Gyokeres to the club last summer, but they might not have full faith in him, considering they are interested in signing another forward.
The former Sporting man scored a reasonable number of goals last season, but if Arsenal want to go to the next level, they might be looking to bring in an upgrade.
Kofane might not be that man right now, considering he is just 19 years old and he's likely to be a striker for the future.
Despite his age, he did play 29 times for Leverkusen in the Bundesliga last season, providing nine goal contributions.
Signing a long-term option up front could be smart, as they don't have a high-potential striker on the books.