Arsenal transfer news: Gunners set 'conditions' for Victor Osimhen deal

Arsenal have reportedly earmarked Victor Osimhen as a potential summer target as Mikel Arteta looks to add further firepower to his attacking department.

The Gunners began the defence of their Premier League crown in emphatic fashion, recording a convincing 3-0 victory over Coventry City in their opening match of the new 2026-27 campaign.

Arsenal have already strengthened their squad considerably this summer, bringing in Ezri Konsa, Bruno Guimaraes, Christos Tzolis and Illan Meslier, while Piero Hincapie's move was also made permanent.

However, the North London club are not finished yet, with Arteta reportedly keen to add another high-quality attacker to his ranks before the transfer window closes.

Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez has been heavily linked with a move to the Emirates, but the Spanish giants remain determined to keep hold of the Argentine, potentially forcing Arsenal to explore alternative options.

Arsenal eye move for Victor Osimhen?

According to Foot Mercato, Arsenal are considering a late move for another striker as they look to provide genuine competition for Viktor Gyokeres.

With a deal for Alvarez proving difficult to engineer, the report claims that the Gunners have turned their attention towards Osimhen, with talks reportedly ongoing.

The Nigeria international initially joined Galatasaray on loan from Napoli in the summer of 2024 before making the move permanent, and he has since developed into one of the most prolific forwards in European football.

Osimhen has scored an astonishing 63 goals in just 76 appearances for the Turkish giants, although his substantial wages could prove to be a significant obstacle to any potential return to the Premier League.

The report suggests that Arsenal are unwilling to break their wage structure to secure his signature and would instead expect Osimhen to accept a pay cut if he wants to make the move to North London.

Will Gabriel Jesus leave Arsenal?

Should Arsenal succeed in bringing Osimhen to the Emirates, Gabriel Jesus could find his future coming under even greater scrutiny.

The Brazilian has struggled to put together a consistent run of games due to injury problems in recent seasons, and Arsenal could be open to a sale should a suitable offer arrive.

Everton and Ipswich Town have both been linked with Jesus, although Arsenal would be taking a considerable risk if they allowed him to leave without first ensuring that their attacking depth was adequately covered.

With Osimhen now emerging as a possible alternative to Alvarez, the final days of the transfer window could yet bring another major twist to Arsenal's plans in the forward department.