Arsenal on the verge of securing contract with promising young striker as a backup option for Viktor Gyokeres, according to news reports.
Arsenal Miss Out on Promising Striker Wright to Liverpool
Arsenal have experienced a setback in their bid to strengthen their striker position, as they have lost out on the signing of 17-year-old Will Wright to Liverpool. Wright, a highly-rated English talent, was reportedly on the verge of joining the Gunners from Salford City.
Wright, who has shown promise with his goal-scoring record at youth level and senior appearances for Salford City in League Two and cup competitions, was targeted by Arsenal due to his potential and goal-scoring record. However, Liverpool managed to secure his signature by offering a compelling package and project that appealed to the young striker.
The loss of Wright is a blow for Arsenal, who have been making a big effort to reinforce their striker position before the new season. Last season, Kai Havertz was used as Arsenal's striker, but an injury in February forced him to miss the rest of the season. The injury left Arsenal with no experienced strikers in their squad, and Mikel Merino was turned to as a makeshift striker.
Despite the setback, Arsenal are not giving up on addressing their striker problems this summer. The Athletic reports that they are working on a deal for Wright, who could still get an opportunity to impress Mikel Arteta. Wright's inclusion in the squad would make him eligible for the UEFA Youth League, and he will split his time between Arsenal's under-18 and under-21 sides.
Arsenal's academy, Hale End, has produced top-tier talents in recent seasons, and Wright could be the latest addition to their promising crop of young players. Viktor Gyokeres, ranked 8th in a certain website's list of the best strikers worldwide, is also edging closer to joining Arsenal.
In conclusion, Arsenal missed out on signing Will Wright, but they are not giving up on their quest to strengthen their striker position. Liverpool managed to secure the young striker's signature with an appealing package and project, but Wright could still get an opportunity to impress Mikel Arteta at Arsenal in the future.
Despite the loss of Will Wright to Liverpool, Arsenal continue their pursuit of strengthening their striker position. The Gunners still have ambitions to sign Wright and could provide him with an opportunity to impress Mikel Arteta, as he displays talent in both youth and senior levels of football.
