Arsenal are in talks to sign RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko, with the Gunners wanting a loan with a buy option, according to insider Sam C.
Sesko has been heavily linked with a big-money move in recent years, and Arsenal could be in the market for a new centre-forward in the near future. Gabriel Jesus has recently been ruled out with an anterior cruciate ligament injury, while the likes of Kai Havertz have struggled to perform consistently in front of goal.
According to a report from Sam C, Arsenal are now in talks to sign RB Leipzig striker Sesko. The Gunners are believed to want a loan with an option to buy, while Leipzig are hoping for money up front or an obligation…
“EXCLUSIVE: Arsenal are in talks with RB Leipzig for Benjamin Sesko. Told Arsenal want a loan with buy option, Leipzig want money upfront or an obligation. Understand Arteta has spoken with Sesko on more than one occasion.”
Signing a striker could be a priority this month after Jesus’ injury update, with Havertz the only real option through the middle of attack. The likes of Gabriel Martinelli, Leandro Trossard, and Raheem Sterling are able to feature in a centre-forward role, but it’s far from their natural position.
Sesko, described as a ‘monster’, could be the natural goalscorer that Mikel Arteta needs.
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