Offer Planned: Arsenal Target “Unbelievable” £59m Goal Machine Who Could Rival Kai Havertz
Arsenal launched their Premier League season with a strong start last weekend, securing a comfortable 2-0 victory at home against Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Although Mikel Arteta’s team didn’t showcase their full potential, they managed to secure the win with a well-timed header from Kai Havertz in the first half and a spectacular goal from Bukayo Saka in the second. These efforts were sufficient to earn all three points.
Despite the positive start, some fans remain cautious as Edu Gaspar and the team have yet to add a new attacker to the squad this summer. This is particularly notable given that they ended last season with five goals fewer than Manchester City.
On a positive note, recent reports suggest that Arsenal is preparing to strengthen their attacking options within the next week. A new player linked to a move to the Emirates could potentially compete with Havertz for a position in the team.
According to recent information from Italy, Arsenal is planning to submit a bid for Atalanta’s Ademola Lookman. The North London club is reportedly ready to offer €50 million (approximately £42 million) along with defender Jakub Kiwior in exchange for the talented Nigerian forward.
However, Atalanta is said to value Lookman between €65 million and €70 million (about £55 million to £59 million). Whether the Serie A team will accept Arsenal’s proposed cash-and-player deal remains to be seen. Nonetheless, following an impressive season last year, Lookman would be a valuable addition and could compete with Havertz for a starting spot.
Comparing Lookman to Havertz
One of the major advantages of signing Lookman this summer is his versatility; he can play in various positions across the attack, including as a second striker.
Lookman started 15 matches as a centre-forward last season, and with the ongoing belief that Arsenal needs reinforcement in that role, he might join the Gunners with the expectation of leading the attack.
If Lookman does secure a spot in the lineup, he will face significant competition from Havertz. A comparison of their performances last season reveals some interesting details.
Lookman, representing Atalanta, scored 17 goals and provided ten assists in 45 appearances, averaging a goal involvement every 1.66 games.
On the other hand, Havertz amassed 21 goals and assists over 51 appearances, with an average of one goal involvement every 2.42 games. However, when examining their performances specifically in forward positions, the comparison becomes much closer.
| Lookman vs Havertz in 23/24 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Player | Lookman | Lookman at CF | Havertz | Havertz at CF |
| Appearances | 45 | 15 | 51 | 18 |
| Goals | 17 | 7 | 14 | 8 |
| Games | 10 | 6 | 7 | 7 |
| Goal Involvements per Match | 0.60 | 0.86 | 0.41 | 0.83 |
| All Stats via Transfermarkt | ||||
The former Chelsea player’s record includes 15 goals and assists in 18 matches, translating to an average involvement in scoring every 1.2 games. In comparison, the ex-Everton star has achieved 13 goals and assists in 15 games, resulting in a slightly better average of one goal involvement every 1.15 games.
While the “incredible” Wandsworth-born player, as described by former Arsenal footballer Sead Kolasinac, maintains a marginally better average than Arsenal’s number 29, this difference is not significant enough to determine who would excel in Arteta’s squad.
If Lookman joins Arsenal soon, he will face competition from players like Havertz for the starting striker role. This competition could motivate both players to perform at their best and provide the manager with an additional attacking option when facing a resilient defense.
Thus, it is crucial for Edu and his team to finalize this transfer quickly.
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