The winter market is being intense for Arsenal, which seeks to strengthen its squad for the second half of the season. Arteta doesn't want to lose pace in the Premier League and, much less, in European competitions, where the Gunners aspire to take a step forward. With several open fronts, the Spanish coach has set his sights on a forward with great potential who was on the agenda of other major clubs in Europe.
Among those interested in this striker was FC Barcelona, which continues working on its reconstruction under the direction of the Portuguese. Deco had this player on his list as a priority target for the summer, aware of his ability to bring youth, talent, and goals to a project that needs signings. However, the delicate economic situation of the Catalan club has hindered its possibilities in this market.
Arteta, meanwhile, didn't want to wait and took the opportunity to get ahead of the competition. The Spanish coach has convinced the Arsenal board to make a significant financial effort, with the aim of securing one of the greatest promises of European football. The injury of Gabriel Jesus has hastened the search for a forward who can make a difference, and at the Emirates Stadium they are not willing to sit idly by.
Arteta wins the battle
London Arsenal has put an offer of 70 million euros on the table, a figure that has convinced Red Bull Leipzig to negotiate the transfer. At just 20 years old, Benjamin Sesko has become one of the prominent names in European football, thanks to his impressive physique, speed, and great scoring ability. The Slovenian international arrived at Leipzig from Salzburg last summer, but his impact in the Bundesliga has been immediate.
Sesko will be part of a top-level attack in which he will share prominence with Bukayo Saka and Kai Havertz. Arteta trusts that the young forward can provide the goals the team needs to stay in the fight for titles. Additionally, his versatility will allow him to adapt to different systems, which is an important addition for the Spanish coach.
Deco can't sign him
With this move, Arsenal sends a clear and forceful message to the rest of Europe's greats: they are willing to compete in the market and bet on the best talents. Meanwhile, Deco and Barça will have to rethink their strategies after losing one of their most desired targets.
Disappointment takes over the Portuguese who had this player as one of his great objectives for the future. Now he will have to keep looking for that perfect partner to play with Robert Lewandowski and Lamine Yamal, Deco will try.