Former Arsenal midfielder Emmanuel Petit has backed Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen to bring greater physical presence to the club’s attack if a move to the Premier League side materialises.
Petit was discussing Arsenal’s attacking options when he identified Osimhen as a potential alternative to Julián Alvarez, who has also been linked with the club.
Osimhen is reportedly valued at around £100 million, while Petit believes the Nigerian and Alvarez would offer different qualities to Mikel Arteta’s team.
“Next one for Arsenal then is Victor Osimhen at £100 million,” Petit said in an interview monitored by PUNCH Online on Friday.
“They are different players. Not the same quality as Alvarez, but he will bring a powerful presence up front.”
The former France international also pointed to Osimhen’s pace, determination and personality as attributes that could make him an effective option for Arsenal.
“He’s fast, he’s a fighter, he’s got a bad temper as well, a strong personality,” Petit said.
Petit stressed that Osimhen would provide a different profile from Alvarez, while maintaining that both players could be suitable options for Arsenal.
“So, he will bring something different from Alvarez, but it’s two different options. Both of them are good,” he added.
Osimhen has established himself as one of Europe’s prominent forwards, with his pace, physical strength and ability to attack space among the qualities associated with his game.
The Nigerian striker’s potential move to Arsenal would represent a return to the Premier League, where he could offer Arteta another attacking option and a different dimension in the final third.
Petit’s comments come amid continued speculation over Arsenal’s plans to strengthen their attacking options as the club seeks to compete on multiple fronts.
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