Arsenal are reportedly pursuing Julian Alvarez but would be reluctant to lose Viktor Gyokeres as part of any potential deal.
The Gunners continue to keep an eye on Alvarez’s situation as this dramatic saga now looks to be nearing a conclusion.
As reported by Spanish outlet Relevo, there is a deadline for this to be resolved today after Alvarez’s absence from training for the last three days in a row.
Arsenal are waiting and hoping to pounce, but it seems they wouldn’t be keen on letting Gyokeres go, according to the Daily Mirror.
It has previously been reported by the Times and others that Gyokeres could be offered to Atletico as part of a move for Alvarez, but this now seems unlikely.
How will Arsenal’s attack look if they sign Julian Alvarez?
Arsenal would be adding a genuine world class talent if they manage to bring Alvarez to the Emirates Stadium, but it would likely mean significantly less playing time for Gyokeres.
The Sweden international had a decent first season at the Emirates Stadium, scoring 21 goals in all competitions as Arsenal won the Premier League and reached the Champions League final, but his performances often looked below par.
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Alvarez would surely be an upgrade, though perhaps there’s also a world in which he could play up front together with Gyokeres.
The Argentina international can also operate on the left of a front three, though that’s not really the way to get the best out of him.
Gabriel Jesus could leave Arsenal
If Gyokeres stays to be a squad player, perhaps it’s more likely that we’ll see Gabriel Jesus leaving the club.
Spanish outlet Fichajes have reported on Jesus being another target for Atletico, so that could be the ideal solution for all parties involved.
Jesus started brightly when he joined Arsenal from Manchester City a few years ago, but injuries have slowed him down since then and he could now face being fourth choice in Mikel Arteta’s pecking order.
People who think Alvarez would be a huge upgrade on gyokeres are insane. In his best season at City he scored 11 in 36 in the Prem. Gyokeres hit 14 in 36. Alvarez only scored 20 in all comps last season playing in a weaker league that the Prem FFS. I really don’t want us to waste money on this guy.
The main issue are Jesus wages for not playing regular football. Sell him on and purchase a world class goalkeeper like E. Martinez who left Arsenal to Pursue regular appearances but he has been sold to Chelsea. Raya needs a break but time is running out for a back up GK.