Dominic Solanke
After failed Osimhen bid, Arsenal target £65m Solanke from Bournemouth
Disappointed after failing to sign Victor Osimhen from Napoli, Arsenal are going after Bournemouth striker Dominic Solanke this summer.
Arsenal are hoping to improve and build a more formidable squad that can end their long wait for a Premier League title, especially after being runners–up.
The Gunners have identified Solanke to strengthen their front, despite Kai Havertz proving that he can operate in the number nine role during the latter stages of last season.
Arsenal was linked with a move for Napoli forward Victor Osimhen, but dropped their interest due to the player’s €130m (£110.6m) release clause.
With the Gunners prepared to give up their pursuit of Osimhen, they are now scouring the market for potential alternative targets.
RB Leipzig marksman Benjamin Sesko is a possible option, but the likes of Chelsea, Manchester United and Newcastle United are also chasing the Slovenian’s signature.
While Sesko is believed to be one of Arsenal’s top targets, The Express are reporting that the Gunners are also showing an interest in Bournemouth’s Solanke.
Arsenal are unlikely to have a free run at Solanke, with their North London rivals Tottenham Hotspur believed to be among his admirers.
In a separate report, The Athletic claims that the striker has a £65m release clause in his Bournemouth contract which can only be triggered by certain clubs.
However, it is currently unclear which clubs would be eligible to activate the player’s release clause this summer.
While Solanke may be attracting considerable interest, Bournemouth will still be keen to retain the services of one of their most prized assets.
Solanke racked up 19 goals in 38 top-flight matches last season, becoming Bournemouth’s highest scorer in a single Premier League campaign.
The 26-year-old finished in joint-fourth place in the Premier League scoring charts behind Erling Haaland, Cole Palmer and Alexander Isak.
In total, Solanke has registered 77 goals and 31 assists in 216 appearances since joining the Cherries from Liverpool in 2019.
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