Arsenal currently trail Premier League leaders Liverpool by 16 points but have two games in hand. Their title hopes have been hindered by the lack of a top-class striker.

The club is expected to reinforce the center-forward position this summer, and according to Caught Offside, Victor Osimhen is among the targets being considered by the club’s hierarchy.

Arsenal are prepared to open initial talks with the striker’s representatives to assess the feasibility of a transfer.

However, they are likely to face competition from Chelsea, Manchester United, and Paris Saint-Germain for the 26-year-old, who has a release clause of £63 million in his contract.

Quality striker

Osimhen was previously linked with a move to Chelsea last summer, but the transfer fell through due to wage disagreements. The Nigerian striker was unwilling to take a substantial pay cut to join the Blues.

The former Lille forward ultimately joined Galatasaray on loan for the 2024/25 season and has been in excellent form, scoring 22 goals and providing 5 assists in 28 appearances across all competitions.

Osimhen might seek a bigger challenge this summer, potentially making a move to the Premier League. Arsenal, in search of a marquee striker to spearhead their attack, could be a viable destination for him.

Kai Havertz scored 15 goals before suffering a season-ending injury, but Arsenal need an upgrade on the German international, who has been criticized for missing crucial chances in key games.