Arsenal Urged to Sign Ivan Toney to Solve Goal Scoring Problems
Arsenal legend Paul Merson has advised the club to address their goal scoring issues by signing Ivan Toney from Brentford in the January transfer window. Merson believes that Toney’s arrival would provide a solution to Arsenal’s struggles in front of goal.
Disappointing End to 2023
Arsenal ended the year on a disappointing note with a 2-1 defeat against Fulham. This loss marked their second defeat in three days, causing them to drop from the top spot to fourth in the Premier League standings.
Struggles in Front of Goal
Arsenal’s struggles in front of goal have been evident throughout December. In an attempt to address this issue, manager Mikel Arteta dropped Gabriel Jesus and started Eddie Nketiah in their recent match against Fulham. However, Arteta is keen on bringing in a new center forward during the January transfer window.
Merson’s Advice
Despite Arsenal’s financial constraints, Paul Merson believes that signing Ivan Toney is a simple solution to their goal scoring problems. Merson emphasizes that Arsenal must make a move for Toney to improve their attacking capabilities.
Merson reiterated his advice on Twitter, stating, “‘Arsenal have to go and get Toney, simple! It’s not over yet.”
Toney’s Return and Competition
Ivan Toney is set to return to action this month after serving an eight-month ban for gambling offenses. While Brentford is open to selling the striker, they are demanding a fee of £100m. Chelsea is Arsenal’s main competitor in the race to sign Toney.
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