Man City’s transfer swoop could be good news for Arsenal’s summer plans

Arsenal could receive a transfer boost in their pursuit of Victor Osimhen, who could also give Manchester City a shot.

The Gunners have been heavily linked with a move for a new striker since last summer’s transfer window. Mikel Arteta currently has Kai Havertz, Gabriel Jesus and Eddie Nketiah all capable of playing in the centre-forward role for Arsenal.

Osimhen is a striker who has been linked with a move to Arsenal in recent months. The Napoli star was also rumored to be a target for Chelsea ahead of the summer transfer window, with PSG also listed as a possible destination.

However, a report by Fabrizio Romano has claimed that Osimhen may not be a priority target for PSG. A Man City player has been said to be high on their transfer shortlist this summer.

The report claims Bernardo Silva is viewed by PSG as a player the club have a “long-term” interest in and could act on that interest this summer. It has been stated that despite the links with Osimhen, midfield is seen as a more essential area of ​​the team in need of reinforcements.

Alongside Silva, Newcastle United star Bruno Guimaraes is also seen as a potential target for PSG. Even though the departure of Kylian Mbappe will leave a void in the forward line, it has been reported that the midfield is the area of ​​the team that PSG are prioritizing in need of new signings.

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Silva has been a key player for Man City ever since arriving from Monaco in 2017. As well as giving their Premier League rivals a blow, he could also give Arsenal a boost if PSG decide to move for Silva.

If the rumors linking the Gunners with Osimhen are true, then PSG pulling out of the race for his signature would therefore increase Arsenal’s chances of getting a deal over the line. However, it remains to be seen whether Arsenal show any real interest in trying to bring Osimhen to the Emirates Stadium this summer.