According to sources, Arsenal may try to recruit Dusan Vlahovic during the next transfer window. Since Juventus is bearing the financial strain of his contract, the Gunners may be able to make him a permanent addition.
The 25-year-old has an incredible record of nearly 90 goals in just under 200 Serie A appearances, and he has been among the nation’s most reliable strikers during that period. Mikel Arteta, the manager of Arsenal, is desperate for a true talisman and has been linked to Alexander Isak, among others. However, Vlahovic’s track record in the Italian top division and Juventus’ willingness to consider a sale may be enough to convince the Spaniard to make a move.
Arsenal ‘Seriously Interested’ in Dusan Vlahovic, according to the report
Compared to Alexander Isak, the striker would be far less expensive.
According to CaughtOffside, Vlahovic is at the centre of a transfer whirlpool because Juventus, who paid a hefty sum to sign him from Fiorentina, are not particularly impressed with his performances. With a lucrative £320,000-per-week contract, he has placed Juventus under “serious financial burden.”
Serie A stats for Dusan Vlahovic: Juventus squad rating
Statistics
Results
Squad rank
Looks
25
= 9th
Objectives
9.
First
Helps
4.
= first
Per-Game Shots
2.9
First
Won in Each Game of Aerial Duels
1.4
Fifth
Rating for matches
6.73
= 10th
Because of this, Arsenal has been linked to the ‘world-class’ Serbian player, with the Gunners being characterised as’seriously interested’ in his talents. According to sources, Premier League clubs may make offers of about €45 million (£38.5 million) this summer to entice Juventus to end their relationship with their main talisman. Juventus is reportedly open to selling him for a price of about €50 million (£43 million), which makes him an alluring prospect for Arteta.
Vlahovic’s skill is undeniable, and he has already scored 14 goals this season. However, Juventus is open to Vlahovic departing in the upcoming months because of his estimated £20 million annual salary and bonuses.
Juventus is open to the idea of new contract talks in an attempt to extend Vlahovic’s stay in Turin as Champions League aspirations draw nearer. However, they are also open to lucrative offers, which could see them sell Vlahovic before his contract expires at the end of next season. New manager Igor Tudor views him as a “key piece” in his system.
Though he scored two more Serie A goals in two less games for La Viola, Vlahovic’s record at Fiorentina was marginally better than his at Juventus. Despite this, he is still one of Italy’s best strikers.
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