Arsenal are reportedly well ahead in the race for Joshua Zirkzee should Mikel Arteta decide on approaching in the summer.
According to Calcio Mercato, Arsenal’s interest in Joshua Zirkzee is quite genuine, as they could have a chance should Mikel Arteta approach. The Dutchman has had a good season to reflect, which has attracted a lot of clubs towards him ahead of the summer window.
Are Arsenal well-placed for Joshua Zirkzee?
Joshua Zirkzee emerged as a common name in the media around and during the January window as many clubs sought the in-form Bologna forward. Some of the Premier League sides were keen to figure out whether the Italian side would sell the 22-year-old Serie A ace.
Zirkzee has eight Serie A goals this season, as Bologna warded off some approaches during the January window. However, they might be resigned to cashing in on the forward in the summer, with some named clubs likely to re-emerge in the race.
Arsenal are interested in Zirkzee, and as per the report, they are ahead of some of their rivals in the race for the 22-year-old Serie A ace. Mikel Arteta has been looking for a forward to compete with Gabriel Jesus, with one that can bring something different to the Brazilian.
Zirkzee certainly has a different profile, although his numbers are less prolific than some of Arteta’s other targets, such as Victor Osimhen or Ivan Toney. However, should Arsenal approach, they should stand in with a good chance of landing the Dutchman.
Zirkzee is attracting other clubs
Manchester United are keen on Zirkzee, as they were looking at the Dutchman during the January window. The Red Devils aren’t alone, with some big clubs in Italy also keeping a watchful eye on the forward. However, it’s Bayern Munich who hold cards that could have a big say in his future.
The Bavarians have a variety of clauses, including sell-ons and buyback, that could eventually see Bologna either sell him back to the German side or demand a high fee. In any case, Zirkzee appears determined to make the grade up to a big club, although only the summer window will show whether it’s Arsenal or someone else.
