Brian Brobbey to Arsenal has just got closer – sources
Ajax star Brian Brobbey could be the most realistic striker target for Arsenal in the summer transfer window, sources have told Football Insider.
The Gunners are keen to bolster their attacking ranks in the off-season after running Man City close yet again for the Premier League title.
Mikel Arteta and his recruitment staff have identified multiple targets to pursue in the summer transfer window.
It is believed Benjamin Sesko, Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyokeres are also being monitored closely by Arsenal.
But a well-placed source has told Football Insider that Brobbey, 22, could be the most realistic and affordable option for the Gunners this summer.
Brobbey could be ‘most realistic’ Arsenal striker target this summer
Ajax finished fifth in the Eredivisie this season and will only play Europa League football next term – providing a major boost to Arsenal’s chances of landing the Netherlands international.
The forward has spoken out about a potential move to the Emirates Stadium, describing Arsenal as a “very nice club” – but admitted that also applies to Man United, Barcelona and Real Madrid.
Brobbey, who is under contract in Amsterdam until June 2027, started in 41 of his 43 appearances this season.
The 22-year-old notched 22 goals and 12 assists in those outings.
He returned to boyhood club Ajax on a permanent basis in 2022 after a brief, unsuccessful spell at RB Leipzig which lasted just 12 months.
Arsenal currently have Gabriel Jesus, Eddie Nketiah and Kai Havertz in their striker ranks as preparations begin for the 2024-25 campaign.
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