Arsenal has a “concrete” interest in signing AFC Bournemouth star Dominic Solanke and could agree a £50m deal this summer, according to Soccer insider information.
It has been widely reported that the Gunners are set to sign a new striker in the coming years. transfer window to reinforce your first line.
Numerous centre-forwards have been linked with a move to the Emirates Stadium ahead of the summer window, including Joshua Zirkzee, Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyokeres, but Solanke is also reportedly on their radar.
According to the report of Soccer insider informationArsenal have begun to show 'concrete' interest in Solanke and could intensify their attempts to sign him in the next transfer market.
The report further claims that Bournemouth are interested in retaining their star man but could cash in if they receive a “big money” offer worth around £50m.
Solanke would therefore be a significantly cheaper option than some of Arsenal's other striker targets, with many of them reportedly valued at over £70m.
Solanke to Arsenal
However, the report claims that securing the 26-year-old's signature will not be easy for the Gunners, as Tottenham hotspur and western ham They are also interested in signing him this summer.
The Bournemouth star has been enjoying a stellar campaign this season, scoring 17 goals and registering three assists in 32 first division appearances. So it seems that, impressed by his performances this season, Arsenal have shown a firm interest in signing him.
Solanke is a talented player and possesses the necessary attributes to flourish his career at the highest level. He is fast, strong, good in the air, can hold up play, is efficient at finishing off chances, can connect play and also works hard out of possession.
So considering the Englishman is a proven striker in the Premier League, he could be a shrewd signing for the north London club if they decide to buy him.
However, it will be interesting to see if Arsenal ultimately opt to take a concrete approach to signing the former. Liverpool star or if Arteta focuses on alternative goals.