Arteta gets given advice by former Arsenal star on a specific attacker to sign

Former Arsenal star Bacary Sagna has voiced his opinion on the player the Gunners should target in the upcoming summer transfer window. Speaking to CoinPoker, Sagna expressed his desire to see Manchester United’s Marcus Rashford don the red and white of Arsenal.

“I would love to see Marcus Rashford at Arsenal. I think if you added Rashford to Arsenal’s attack, with the pace that he has, Arsenal would destroy the opposition. Adding Rashford to an extremely talented squad would be a frightening prospect for Arsenal’s rivals,” Sagna stated.

Manchester United’s English striker Marcus Rashford reacts after failing to score during the UEFA Champions League group H football match between Manchester United and Young Boys at Old Trafford in Manchester, north-west England on November 27, 2018. (Photo by Oli SCARFF / AFP/Getty Images)

The endorsement from Sagna highlights Rashford’s potential impact on an already potent Arsenal attack. The Gunners had a strong 2023/24 season, finishing in second place with 89 points, just two points behind champions Manchester City. Despite this commendable finish, Arsenal is keen on strengthening their squad to mount an even more formidable challenge for the title next season.

Marcus Rashford, known for his blistering pace, clinical finishing, and versatility in the attacking third, could offer Arsenal an additional edge. His ability to play across the front line would provide Arteta with more tactical flexibility and potent options in the final third. Rashford’s arrival could complement the existing attacking talents of Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Jesus, and Kai Havertz, creating a dynamic and fearsome offensive lineup.

Sagna’s comments underscore the belief that Rashford could be the missing piece to elevate Arsenal’s attack to new heights. For a team that came so close to the Premier League crown, such an addition could be crucial in converting near-success into silverware.

As the summer transfer window approaches, Arsenal fans will be eager to see if the club heeds Sagna’s advice and makes a move for the Manchester United forward. Securing Rashford’s signature could be a decisive step in Arsenal’s quest to dethrone Manchester City and reclaim Premier League glory.