Arsenal nearing deal for promising young striker as potential backup for Viktor Gyokeres, according to the latest reports
Arsenal Miss Out on Signed 17-Year-Old Forward Will Wright, but Pursue Viktor Gyokeres Instead
Arsenal's pursuit of a new striker has taken an unexpected turn as they have missed out on 17-year-old forward Will Wright, who has chosen to join Liverpool instead. However, the Gunners are still actively working on a deal for Viktor Gyokeres, a promising Swedish talent ranked number 8 in our website's list of the best strikers in the world right now.
Wright, who previously played for Salford City, had been a target for Arsenal due to his prolific performances at youth level and in the senior team. He made his debut for Salford against Manchester City in the FA Cup in January and made two more first-team appearances before the season ended.
Arsenal's interest in Wright was high, and they were initially considered favourites to sign him. However, Wright was reportedly attracted by Liverpool's long-term development plan and the fact that he would remain in the North West, a factor that played a significant role in his decision.
Despite missing out on Wright, Arsenal is still looking to add depth to their striker position. The signing of Gyokeres would be a major upgrade on their current options, and it would add to their efforts to reinforce this area of the squad before the new season.
Arsenal has a history of giving their academy graduates fair game time in the first team, and they have produced top-tier talents in the past few seasons. Mikel Arteta, the current manager, has shown a willingness to give young players a chance, and Wright could get the opportunity to impress him and potentially play for the first team this season.
Salford, the club Wright currently plays for, is owned by members of the Class of '92, a group of former Manchester United players who have made a name for themselves in football and business.
Arsenal's academy, Hale End, has a reputation for producing talented players, and they are considering addressing their striker problems this summer. With the injury to Gabriel Jesus and Kai Havertz's limited experience as a striker, the need for a new signing is clear.
In conclusion, while Arsenal has missed out on Will Wright, they are still actively pursuing a deal for Viktor Gyokeres. The signing of Gyokeres would be a significant boost for the Gunners, and they are hoping to finalise the deal before the start of the new season.
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