Arsenal is advised by Gabby Agbonlahor to consider selling Emile Smith Rowe and allocate the funds to secure the signing of Ivan Toney in the upcoming January transfer window.
As the Gunners aim to strengthen their squad for the title race, Agbonlahor suggests pursuing the Brentford striker, who has been linked with a move to Arsenal for several months. Toney, though not playing this season due to a betting rule violation, might return in mid-January, making him a potential target for various clubs.
Amidst the call for Arsenal to bolster their attacking options, with pundits like Gary Neville emphasizing the need for a new striker, Agbonlahor specifically advocates for acquiring Ivan Toney. He believes Toney’s goal-scoring prowess could significantly benefit Arsenal, especially in closely contested matches.
To make room for a potential move for Toney, Agbonlahor proposes selling Emile Smith Rowe and utilizing the funds generated from the sale. While acknowledging Smith Rowe’s popularity among Arsenal fans, the suggestion aligns with the idea of making strategic changes to enhance the team’s offensive capabilities.
Agbonlahor emphasizes the urgency for Arsenal to secure Toney’s signature, warning that other top clubs like Chelsea or Spurs might swoop in if Arsenal delays the move. The commentator emphasizes the potential regret Arsenal could face if they miss out on signing Toney in the face of stiff competition from rivals.
As Arsenal looks for alternatives to Ivan Toney, another name in the mix is Santiago Gimenez from Feyenoord. However, the report indicates that securing Gimenez’s services might also come at a significant cost, adding to the considerations Arsenal needs to weigh in their pursuit of a striker.
With Arsenal currently leading the Premier League table, the advice to make a decisive move in the January transfer window aims to fortify their chances of securing the title by addressing potential shortcomings in their attacking options.
Emile Smith Rowe, time for you to land the minerals. We've been waiting patiently. Let's do this. pic.twitter.com/ke9aYZNpEi
— PD (@1_2spaces) December 24, 2023
