Mikel Merino’s unexpected shift to striker has helped Arsenal adapt amid an injury crisis. But can he carry them past Real ...

Advertisement But a new striker is unlikely to be a panacea. Arsenal’s attacking issues extend beyond the No 9 position. Mikel Arteta’s side did not fail to win because they spurned a host of ...

Arsenal are reportedly interested in signing ... who has been described as a "complete number nine" and Juventus. Contract renewal discussions have reportedly stalled, with the club hesitant ...

A standout moment in the match was the performance of player Merino, who was praised by Arteta for his unexpected contribution in the forward No. 9 position. Despite this being Merino's first ...

Arsenal also need to sign a top-quality number 9, with Gabriel Jesus struggling to score frequently when fit and Kai Havertz not very clinical in front of goal. Despite Man Utd’s strong interest ...

Arsenal tied 2-2 with PSV Eindhoven on Wednesday to complete an emphatic 9-3 aggregate win and set up a Champions League quarterfinal against Real Madrid or Atletico Madrid. Subscribe to keep reading.

It's a young Arsenal team. As long as you keep the core of your important players then their good. Number nine? If Gabriel Jesus doesn't get injured then they don't look for a striker in January.

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