Arsenal are Premier League toppers 10 matches into the 2026/27 season but with only 15 goals so far in the English top division, there is concern over how long they can continue stringing together narrow wins.
Mikel Arteta’s offensive department has misfired this season as Bukayo Saka and Noni Madueke have both been underwhelming, while Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard, who left in the summer, were only replaced by the inexperienced Christos Tzolis.
Viktor Gyokeres’ role in the English top-flight has largely been peripheral with Kai Havertz leading the line in most matches, so a new number nine’s signing is believed to be of particular interest to the defending Premier League champions.
Mark Brus has reported that Arsenal are keen on signing Evanilson from Bournemouth after his impressive start to the campaign. The Brazilian has bagged seven goals and five assists so far, with a £50 million deal possible for him next year.
Brilliant signing for Arteta’s setup
If Arsenal are successful in their pursuit of Evanilson from Bournemouth, they would have signed an exceptional player, who is returning great numbers in the Premier League, whilst also learning his trade continentally in the Europa League.
Mikel Arteta would benefit from his consistent returns in the final third, but particularly his ability to attack spaces in the box, hold off defenders with his physicality and intelligent movement to pull the opposition players towards him.
Besides being a handy goal-scorer, the 27-year-old can also drop deep to help in the build-up play, thanks to his passing and ability to hold the ball. His strong defensive work-rate, especially his high pressing will make him a top signing for Arsenal.
Evanilson is a key player for Bournemouth and despite belief that he could be let go of for £51 million, their form in the Europa League and lately in the Premier League means they may hold onto him in the summer rather than doing a deal in January.
It remains to be seen whether Arsenal are prepared to wait for the end of the season for their target, or if they will start looking for alternatives if a winter swoop for Evanilson starts to look unlikely.
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