6 strikers Arsenal could target in January after Gabriel Jesus injury

Arsenal find themselves midway through the January transfer window with one area of their squad in dire need of reinforcements.

Following long-term injuries to Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Jesus, the latter tearing his ACL in the weekend defeat to Manchester United in the FA Cup, Arsenal will have to consider bolstering their forward line during the winter window.

The Gunners have long been questioned for failing to recruit an out-and-out centre-forward, with Kai Havertz’s recent dip in form exemplifying their need for an orthodox number nine. Splashing the cash looks less like a luxury and more a necessity following injuries and general creative issues this term.

Here are six strikers Arsenal could try and move for in January.

Alexander Isak

There are no secrets regarding Arsenal’s interest in Newcastle United sharpshooter Alexander Isak. The Swedish dynamo, who has been compared with Gunners legend Thierry Henry previously, has long been touted with a move to north London, and his sensational 2024/25 form has only increased discussions over his future.

Isak has produced 15 goals and four assists in 22 appearances for the Magpies this term as he looks to better his tally of 27 combined G/A from last term. The powerful, speedy and agile striker has scored in both meetings – or perhaps auditions – with Arsenal this season.

Signing Isak will be no easy feat. Newcastle reportedly value the 25-year-old at a staggering £150m, a fee that will dissuade the majority of Europe’s elite. January may prove too soon for such a switch, especially with Arsenal in a weak negotiating position.

Viktor Gyokeres

Another Swede that Arsenal have long admired is Viktor Gyokeres, who himself has blossomed into one of the world’s most devastating forwards since a move to Sporting CP in 2023. The former Brighton & Hove Albion striker produced 43 goals and 14 assists in 50 appearances during his debut campaign in Lisbon – a tally he could well better this term.

Gyokeres shares similarities with Isak in relation to his pace and raw physicality, albeit he boasts a stockier frame. The price tag may not be quite as high but will still make eyes water in north London, with approximately £70-90m needed to prise the 26-year-old from the reigning Portuguese champions.

While Gyokeres remains untested in the Premier…