DONE DEAL: Arsenal finally complete the signing of their long-term striker target, player now in London to complete the move and will be given a legendary squad number
Arsenal have been blessed with an abundance of incredible talent over the years.
For example, in Mikel Arteta’s current team, the likes of Bukayo Saka, William Saliba and Declan Rice could all get into the best teams in the world.
Moreover, during the peak of Arsène Wenger’s tenure, you couldn’t move for international superstars at Highbury, with Thierry Henry, Patrick Vieira and Robert Pirès helping the club win the Premier League undefeated.
However, there was another star of that era who some might consider to be one of the most technically gifted players to have ever worn the red and white of Arsenal: Dennis Bergkamp.
The Non-Flying Dutchman was able to do things on a football pitch that few could even dream about, and if reports are to be believed, the club could be looking to sign someone who could be their new version of him.
Arsenal target their new Bergkamp
It’s been an exciting summer of transfer business for Arsenal so far this year, and the latest player who looks set to join the club is Spanish centre-back Cristhian Mosquera.
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Earlier this morning, it was reported that the 21-year-old was flying out to Singapore, where he’ll join the rest of the squad for pre-season, along with other confirmed signings, such as Martin Zubimendi and Christian Norgaard.
On top of that, the Gunners also appear to be edging closer to finally securing the services of Swedish striker Viktor Gyokeres, whose transfer has been held up by tough talks over the add-ons in his proposed deal.
Yet, even after he’s through the door, the club look set to add even more attacking quality to the side, with their attention on a player who has shades of Bergkamp to him.
At least that’s according to a recent report from Football Insider, which has reaffirmed Arsenal’s interest in Xavi Simons.
The report has revealed that the Dutch international is desperate to leave RB Leipzig this summer, and that, alongside London rivals Chelsea, the Gunners are ‘considering an approach’ for him.
It won’t be a cheap deal to get done, with the story claiming the 22-year-old will cost in excess of £60m.
Arsenal’s fondness of the player is seemingly ramping up with Fabrizio Romano further reporting that, amid interest from the Blues, the Gunners are “keen” on landing him.
Why Simons could be Arsenal’s new Bergkamp
Okay, so before the pitchforks and torches come out, we know this is a huge statement to make, as many fans consider Bergkamp one of the greatest players to have ever played for Arsenal, second only to Henry.
