Arsenal chasing Premier League sensation in latest hint over January transfer plan
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Arsenal are reportedly eyeing a summer move for Brentford star Bryan Mbeumo, who has been in excellent form this season. Mbeumo has netted 13 goals in 20 Premier League games so far, a tally that is only bettered by Mohamed Salah and Erling Haaland, while Arsenal's current top scorer is Kai Havertz with seven goals.
The Gunners are keen to strengthen their forward line and manager Mikel Arteta had stated they were ready to spend in the January transfer window if "something unbelievable" becomes available after Bukayo Saka suffered a hamstring injury. "Well, my focus honestly now is just about within the squad the resources we have to be as competitive as we possibly can," he said. "We have many, many options to do that. And if something unbelievable [becomes] available and if the club is willing to do it, we'll have to consider it.".
THE FA CUP GIANT KILLERS: Get your special edition magazine celebrating some of the game's greatest-ever upsets. However, it appears Arsenal have now decided to wait until the end of the season before making any moves, with Sky Sports Germany reporting that Mbeumo is a name they have shortlisted 'for a potential summer transfer'.
Mbeumo is under contract until 2026 and Brentford boss Thomas Frank recently insisted the player would not be leaving this month. When asked about rumours over Mbeumo's future, Frank said: "In January?. "I would say good luck. We love Bryan. He loves playing here. He has had a fantastic season so nothing will happen." It comes after Frank revealed earlier this season that Brentford had to persuade Mbeumo to stay last summer.
