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Mikel Arteta is about to land an exciting young striker(Image: Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Arsenal have reportedly muscled in to poach a highly-regarded young striker from under the noses of Liverpool.

The Reds had been in pole position to sign Will Wright from Salford City after making the League Two club an offer.

But Liverpool have now accepted defeat in the race for the 17-year-old striker after Arsenal gazumped them.



Wright has attracted attention from Manchester City, Brentford, Leicester City and Burnley with his goal scoring exploits.

The 6ft 3in striker scored more than 50 goals at all levels for Salford last season and has been on fire in pre-season.

The Sun reports that Arsenal have submitted a bid worth £250,000 plus add-ons for Wright.

They are confident that will be enough to land the young striker, with Liverpool having only offered around £100,000 plus add-ons.

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The Liverpool Echo says Liverpool have now walked away from the deal and the situation is similar to that of Martin Zubimendi, albeit at a lower level.

“He’s a local lad and one we are incredibly proud of, and he showed all of his qualities today… He’s certainly a goal scorer, no doubt about that, we see it every day.”

Will Wright appears to be Arsenal-bound(Image: Salford City FC)

Wright, meanwhile, has been revelling in the opportunity to play regularly up front in pre-season.

The Preston-born forward is currently in the second year of his scholarship with Salford, having been spotted playing for local sides Euxton Villa and Fylde just two years ago.

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The transfer fee will come as a boost to Salford, who have been stuck in League Two since their promotion from the National League in 2019.
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