According to an Italian media La Gazzetta dello Sport, Arsenal They are favorites to sign Bologna striker Joshua Zirkzee ahead of AC Milan this summer.
The Gunners were keen to sign a new centre-forward ahead of next season and Zirkzee has been mentioned as one of the top targets. La Gazzetta dello Sport Now they report that Milan have identified the Dutchman as the main striker candidate, but he faces stiff competition from the first division.
The same source claims that Arsenal are “above everyone” in the race to sign the former Bayern Munich player. Bologna recently qualified for the Champions League Against all odds, but the Serie A side could still lose their prized asset due to the £34million release clause in his contract.
Good potential
Zirkzee had a difficult debut season with Bologna last season, but has bounced back this campaign. The Dutchman has accumulated 12 goals and 7 assists in all competitions. It is possible that he played his last game for his club, considering he recently suffered a hamstring injury against Napoli in Serie A.
The 22-year-old has plenty of potential and we won't be surprised if Arsenal make a formal approach. Kai Havertz He was brilliant in the 9 position during the final part of the campaign and this could change the coach Mikel ArtetaThe plans of. Instead of a top forward, he might prefer a young, emerging ace.
Zirkzee would fall into that category. He is a modern striker who can drop into deeper attacking positions to coordinate play. The former Anderlecht player also attracted attention for his dribbling and his ability to beat defenders with pace. Arsenal can see him as a star of the future rather than someone who will start from the start.
With a relatively low release clause in his contract, Arsenal should struggle to pay the fee in one lump sum. Milan are also tracking the talented marksman, but he may not be able to compete financially with the Gunners when it comes to wages.
