Mikel Arteta has 'personally asked' Arsenal to sign Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike this summer, according to Fichajes.
The Gunners have reportedly identified the 22-year-old as an alternative target up front, alongside RB Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko.
Arsenal are actively searching for a new striker ahead of the upcoming transfer window, having lost both Gabriel Jesus and Kai Havertz to long-term injuries earlier this season.
They now reportedly view Ekitike as an ‘ideal option’ to boost their depleted frontline, with his versatility and goal-scoring instinct appealing to Arteta.
Arsenal Eyeing Hugo Ekitike
According to Fichajes, Arsenal would be willing to negotiate a deal in the region of €40m (£33m) for Ekitike next summer and could launch a formal offer in the coming months.
Frankfurt are reportedly aware of the growing interest in the striker and will not sanction his departure without a convincing proposal.
A Premier League move is thought to be appealing for Ekitike, who joined Frankfurt on a five-year deal from Paris Saint-Germain last summer.
The 22-year-old, praised as ‘exceptional’ by Scouting Stats, has been a key player for the German side this season, scoring 17 goals and providing six assists in 32 appearances across all competitions.
According to Fichajes, Arsenal would be willing to negotiate a deal in the region of €40m (£33m) for Ekitike next summer and could launch a formal offer in the coming months.
Frankfurt are reportedly aware of the growing interest in the striker and will not sanction his departure without a convincing proposal.
A Premier League move is thought to be appealing for Ekitike, who joined Frankfurt on a five-year deal from Paris Saint-Germain last summer.
The 22-year-old, praised as ‘exceptional’ by Scouting Stats, has been a key player for the German side this season, scoring 17 goals and providing six assists in 32 appearances across all competitions.