Arsenal Prepare for PSV Eindhoven in Champions League Second Leg
Arsenal will host Dutch side PSV Eindhoven in the second leg of their Champions League last 16 tie on Wednesday night, with a commanding 7-1 advantage from the first match.
The Gunners delivered an impressive performance in Eindhoven last week, virtually guaranteeing their progression to the quarter-finals. Despite this substantial lead, manager Mikel Arteta will expect nothing less than a professional display from his squad at The Emirates Stadium.
The North London club continues to deal with injury concerns, as forwards Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus remain unavailable for selection against PSV. In their absence, Arteta may once again utilize Mikel Merino as a makeshift striker, though Gabriel Martinelli could potentially be deployed in a central attacking role.
Arsenal’s Summer Transfer Target: Dusan Vlahovic Available at Bargain Price
Looking beyond this season, Arsenal’s search for a new striker appears to be gaining momentum. According to TBR Football, the Gunners are among several clubs being updated on the availability of Juventus forward Dusan Vlahovic.
The Serbian international could potentially be available for a surprisingly affordable fee this summer. Premier League clubs monitoring the situation believe Vlahovic might be signed for less than £30 million, representing a significant opportunity in the transfer market.
Key points regarding Vlahovic’s potential transfer:
- Currently in the final 18 months of his Juventus contract
- No agreement reached on a contract extension
- Juventus reportedly willing to accept approximately £25 million
- Original transfer fee to Juventus exceeded £67 million in 2022
- Has scored 55 goals in 135 appearances across all competitions
Several Premier League clubs are expressing interest in the 25-year-old striker, including:
- Arsenal
- Chelsea
- Manchester United
- Tottenham Hotspur
- Aston Villa
- Newcastle United
Vlahovic joined Juventus from fellow Serie A side Fiorentina in 2022, but reports suggest he’s increasingly likely to leave Turin when the transfer window reopens this summer. The striker’s goal-scoring record makes him an attractive prospect for teams looking to strengthen their attacking options.
For Arsenal, securing a proven goalscorer like Vlahovic could provide the clinical edge needed to compete at the highest level both domestically and in European competitions. His potential availability at a reduced price represents excellent value in today’s inflated transfer market.
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