Mikel Arteta has identified his answer to Newcastle‘s Alexander Isak, with Arsenal ramping up interest in Atalanta’s electric forward Ademola Lookman.



BERGAMO, ITALY – APRIL 08: Ademola Lookman of Atalanta BC reacts during the Serie A match between Atalanta BC and Bologna FC at Gewiss Stadium on April 08, 2023 in Bergamo, Italy.



Arsenal are reportedly prepared to launch a formal proposal for the Atalanta forward as they seek to add pace and directness to their attack.

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However, recent reports suggest there is currently no official offer from Arsenal despite their tracking of the player.

His work rate and pressing intensity align with Arsenal’s high-energy approach, while his pace provides the counter-attacking threat they’ve occasionally lacked.

Mikel Arteta (via Football London)

Lookman may be on his way back to the Premier League, as Arsenal are reportedly interested in signing the Atalanta outcast, suggesting his relationship with the Italian club has deteriorated sufficiently to force a move.

Arsenal’s pursuit comes at the ideal moment.

His experience across multiple leagues – Championship, Premier League, Bundesliga, and Serie A – demonstrates adaptability that would serve Arsenal well.

Ademola Lookman during his Everton days

The comparison to Isak isn’t coincidental.

Where Newcastle found their missing piece in the Swedish striker, Arsenal see Lookman as their own game-changing addition.

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