Arsenal reportedly held summer interest in want-away Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford, but the Gunners’ transfer plans have changed.
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England international ready to leave Old TraffordGunners in the market for more firepowerIsak & Sesko on Emirates Stadium recruitment radarFollow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱AFPWHAT HAPPENED?
Mikel Arteta remains keen on adding more firepower to his ranks, with Germany international Kai Havertz and Brazilian striker Gabriel Jesus currently being asked to lead the line between them. The general consensus at Emirates Stadium is that another proven goalscorer is required.
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With that in mind, Arsenal are said to have tentatively explored the possibility of luring Rashford away from Old Trafford during the summer of 2024. There was no deal to be done then, but the England international has since admitted that he is "ready for a new challenge".
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According to the , the Gunners are no longer keen on the 27-year-old winger due to the costs involved. Rashford is working on a £325,000-a-week contract in Manchester. As a result, Arteta and Co will be exploring other options.
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Newcastle star Alexander Isak continues to register on their recruitment radar, but questions are being asked of his fitness record. Prolific Sporting frontman Viktor Gyokeres is attracting admiring glances from across Europe, but he would cost around £85 million ($106m) and will turn 27 before the start of next season.