Victor Osimhen transfer decision finally made as Arsenal look to end 20-year title drought

Victor Osimhen transfer decision finally made as Arsenal look to end 20-year title drought

Ifeanyi Ufomadu 17:12 - 03.07.2024

Arsenal have reportedly made a decision regarding the potential signing of Super Eagles and Napoli striker Victor Osimhen

Arsenal are still in the market for a guaranteed goalscorer as they look to finally break their 20-year title drought and wrestle the Premier League from Manchester City.

Mikel Arteta has been linked to a host of strikers this summer, including Sporting's Viktor Gyokeres, Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko, and Napoli's Victor Osimhen.

The Gunners emerged as frontrunners for Osimhen's signature after Chelsea and PSG reportedly pulled out.

Arsenal no longer interested in signing Victor Osimhen

Now, according to Italian outlet Corriere dello Sport, the Gunners have decided to abandon a move for the Nigerian striker.

Victor Osimhen is expected to leave Napoli this summer | Credit: Imago
Arsenal's manager Mikel Arteta . | Imago

Arteta had previously been linked with a big-money swoop for the 25-year-old goal machine but the club have moved onto alternatives.

The report further states that Arteta will push for Sporting's Gyokeres, who could cost up to €100m.

Manchester United have also been linked with Osimhen, but INEOS are unlikely to sanction such an expensive signing.

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