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Arsenal is preparing to make a significant bid for a £71m upgrade on Trossard, who has been likened to an “early Thierry Henry” – opinion

 

 

 

Despite dropping points against Sunderland over the weekend, Arsenal fans have plenty to be optimistic about.

 

 

 

Firstly, Mikel Arteta’s team remains firmly at the top of the Premier League standings, and just as crucially, they appeared genuinely threatening in the second half.

 

 

 

While they may have shown some defensive vulnerabilities, the Gunners excelled in their attacking play, with Leandro Trossard continuing his impressive form by scoring a stunning long-range goal.

 

 

 

However, although the Belgian is currently in outstanding form, recent reports indicate that his playing time could be significantly impacted by another international player who has drawn comparisons to the iconic Thierry Henry.

 

 

 

Arsenal is targeting a formidable winger

 

 

 

Even though Arsenal is performing well, there are still some areas of the squad that need strengthening, particularly the left wing.

 

 

 

While Trossard and Gabriel Martinelli have made strides this season, and Eberechi Eze can also step in, the left side lacks a truly elite option compared to the likes of Bukayo Saka or Noni Madueke on the right, as well as the three forwards who can start when fit.

 

 

 

This sentiment seems to be echoed by the club, as recent reports from Spain suggest they are keen on Rafael Leão.

 

 

 

The report states that Arsenal is poised to make a substantial move in the winter transfer window for attacking reinforcements, with an offer of around €80m for the AC Milan star, which translates to approximately £71m.

 

 

 

The North London club reportedly sees the Portuguese international as an ideal addition, and Arteta is believed to be a strong admirer. However, with Chelsea, Manchester City, and several French clubs also showing interest, securing this transfer will not be straightforward.

 

 

 

That said, considering Leão’s talent and the fact that he has been compared to Henry, this is a deal worth pursuing aggressively, even if it may signal the end of Trossard’s time at Arsenal.

 

 

 

How Leão compares to Trossard

 

Given Arsenal’s requirement to enhance their goal-scoring capabilities, the initial aspect to examine when contrasting Leao and Trossard is their performance from the previous season.

 

 

 

Regrettably for the Belgian, this is where he falls short.

 

 

 

For instance, in 56 matches, accumulating 3455 minutes, he netted two goals and assisted ten times, resulting in an average of a goal contribution every 2.8 games, or every 172.75 minutes.

 

 

 

In comparison, the Milan star achieved a total of 12 goals and 13 assists in 50 matches, totaling 3499 minutes, which averages out to a goal involvement every other game, or every 139.96 minutes.

 

 

 

This year, the gap is narrower, but once again, the Portuguese dynamo leads the way.

 

 

 

In eight matches, totaling 470 minutes, he has generated six goal involvements, averaging one every 1.33 games, or every 78.33 minutes.

 

 

 

Conversely, the former Brighton & Hove Albion player has recorded eight goal involvements in 14 matches, totaling 832 minutes, which averages one every 1.75 games, or every 104 minutes.

 

 

 

However, while their output is ultimately the most significant factor, particularly for a team aiming for the title, there is also the aspect of their playing style and entertainment value.

 

 

 

Unfortunately for the 30-year-old, this is another domain where he is outperformed, as although his technical skills can be delightful to watch, he lacks the power and dynamism of the former LOSC Lille star.

 

 

 

Additionally, the 26-year-old’s capacity to retrieve the ball in his own half, challenge opposing defenders, and then slot the ball into the far corner is why former Milan coach Stefano Pioli remarked, “Leao reminds me a lot of the early Thierry Henry.”

 

 

 

Just envision a player capable of executing that once again wearing the club’s red and white and aiding them in breaking their two-decade title drought.

 

 

 

In conclusion, Trossard is a remarkable player and is currently in good form, but if Arsenal has the opportunity to sign Leao in the winter, they should seize it.