Ivan Toney is one of Arsenal’s main objectives in the January transfer window, and they plan to splurge the cash.
Strengthening his midfield ranks is Arsenal’s key aim during the January transfer window, not finding a top-tier No 9. The playmaker Douglas Luiz of Aston Villa is reportedly the Gunners’ top target after they made a strong attempt to sign him during the summer transfer window.
Mikel Arteta was eager to make sure that complacency did not creep into his ranks after their second-place result from the previous season. In order to strengthen his team, the Spaniard campaigned for additions in every area, and during the summer, he acquired Jurrien Timber, Declan Rice, David Raya, and Kai Havertz.
But if Arsenal wants to contend for the championship this year, they will have to carry on with their January transfer window spending binge. The Gunners have started the season well, but it is unclear if they can catch up to Manchester City with their present squad given their lack of a focal point in the last third of the pitch.
The higher-ups at Emirates Stadium are searching the market for a new striker, and despite his rumored £100 million price tag, Brentford star Ivan Toney is the most likely candidate to be sought. But according to Fabrizio Romano, north London is not prioritizing the signing of a striker.
After learning that Thomas Partey will be absent for the remainder of the season, he asserts that Arsenal is desperate to add to their midfield throughout the winter. As a result, Villa has made playmaker Luiz their primary target after three bids for the former City player were turned down late in the summer transfer window.
The Gunners made their highest offer of £25 million, although Luiz’s value is anticipated to have increased subsequently after he inked a contract extension at Villa Park in October.
The 25-year-old is reportedly a great admirer of Arsenal sporting director Edu, who believes that he is the “perfect midfielder” for Arteta’s system and for what is expected of players in the middle of the park.
Though Villa have no intention of parting ways with their No. 6 anytime soon, and the Gunners were hoping that his new deal would dissuade interest for the foreseeable future, they may have to pay a hefty amount if they are to sign Luiz. Villa will only consider “crazy” offers since losing Luiz midway through the season would be devastating for Unai Emery, who wants to lead the team to consecutive European finishes.
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