Arsenal is setting big ambitions for the upcoming season, but to make that a reality, they need a world-class striker to replace Gabriel Jesus.

There are concerns about Gabriel Jesus’s future, as he has admitted that scoring goals is not his strongest suit. Many sources suggest that the Brazilian international could be sold in the summer transfer window to help Mikel Arteta prepare for a top-class goal-scoring striker.

The resurgence of Kai Havertz and his goal-scoring form has somewhat reduced the need for a world-class striker at The Gunners for the upcoming season. However, the Spanish coach knows that if they want to compete in the Premier League and the Champions League next season, they need another number 9.

Below are 4 names that Arsenal could keep an eye on in this summer transfer window, according to 90min.com.

1. Joshua Zirkzee

Zirkzee is gradually perfecting himself in the role of a “number 9”.

Very few players have made a significant breakthrough this season across the top 5 European leagues, but Joshua Zirkzee of Bologna is one of them. The Dutch player left Bayern Munich in 2022 and has since established himself as a versatile forward in front of goal.

In Thiago Motta’s lineup, Zirkzee has shown incredible flexibility, not only knowing how to score but also possessing a great team-oriented style of play. As of the current stage of the season, he has scored 11 goals and provided 5 assists in 33 Serie A appearances.

2. Marcus Thuram

Inter Milan had a successful deal last summer with Marcus Thuram, who arrived at the Giuseppe Meazza stadium on a free transfer. Simone Inzaghi’s team clinched the Serie A title early with 5 rounds to spare, largely thanks to the contributions of Lautaro Martinez, but Thuram’s role was also crucial.

Inter certainly don’t want to sell Thuram, who has notched up an impressive 12 goals and 12 assists in 32 Serie A appearances. However, financial troubles are causing headaches for the club’s leadership, so they might consider selling the French international to Arsenal if they receive a reasonable offer.

3. Viktor Gyokeres

When a forward scores 40 goals in a season across all competitions, that’s certainly a top-class striker. Viktor Gyokeres of Sporting Lisbon fits that description, and Arsenal need to be more assertive if they want to bring him to the Emirates Stadium next season. The Swedish forward has a release clause of £86 million, and there are many other big clubs lining up to negotiate with the Portuguese club.

4. Alexander Isak

Another top-class Swedish striker among the world’s elite is Alexander Isak, who is having a stellar season with Newcastle. At just 24 years old, Isak has years of experience battling it out in the Premier League, making this deal very appealing for Arsenal.

As of now, Isak has scored 24 goals and provided 1 assist in 37 appearances across all competitions, including 20 goals in the Premier League. The St James’ Park outfit surely doesn’t want to part ways with him, but like Inter Milan, Newcastle is facing financial difficulties. So, if Arsenal offers a hefty sum, they might let go of their key striker.