Arsenal will be looking to continue their breakneck run against Liverpool on Sunday (April 9) in the Premier League. Mikel Arteta’s team flies high in the league, while the Reds are eighth.
Meanwhile, the Gunners are interested in Ridle Baku. Elsewhere, Ferland Mendy is likely to cost around £52m. Along those lines, here’s a look at Arsenal’s key transfer stories on April 7, 2023.
Arsenal target Ridle Baku
Arsenal are interested in Ridle Baku, according to SportBILD via Sport Witness. The German right-back has turned heads with his performances for Wolfsburg this season, registering five goals and one assist in 29 games in all competitions. His exploits have drawn attention at the Emirates, with the north London outfit eager to bolster their right-back area this summer.
Ben White has done well in an unconventional role this season, but Arteta is looking to improve ahead of the new season. Baku is an attacking winger whose style of play could fit well with the Spaniard’s tactics.
The 24-year-old has a contract with Wolfsburg until 2025 and is valued at 13 million euros. However, there is no release clause in his contract, so with RB Leipzig and Villarreal also monitoring the German, he could end up costing more.
Ferland Mendy will cost £52m
Ferland Mendy is likely to cost £52m this summer, according to Transfers via Caught Offside. The French left-back has been hot and cold at Real Madrid and has also suffered from fitness problems. The Whites are ready to let him go on their terms and Arsenal are interested.
The Gunners have Oleksandr Zinchenko in the role, with Kieran Tierney covering the Ukrainian. However, with the Scottish defender likely to leave this summer, Arteta is looking for reinforcements.
Mendy has been on his radar and could be available at the end of the season. However, the north London outfit may balk at Real Madrid’s asking price for the player, given his poor injury record.
Ian Wright backs Gunners to beat Liverpool
Arsenal legend Ian Wright believes the Gunners could top Liverpool this weekend.
The two teams collide on Sunday and arrive at the game in a contrasting manner. While Arteta’s men are on a seven-match winning streak in the Premier League, the Reds have lost two of their last three.
Speaking on the Wrighty’s House podcast, Wright said his previous team have the energy and ability to cause Jugen Klopp’s secondary problems.
“I think Arsenal have the energy and the capabilities to cause Liverpool problems. It’s a question of how long we can keep them at Anfield because that’s not something we’ve done for a long time there,” Wright said.
added:
“Can we keep up the pressure you need so Liverpool don’t go bang bang bang? That’s what I’m excited to see. If we can beat them, which I think we can, then I’m starting to get excited.” I’m excited, but these are the big games in a title race.”
The former striker went on to express his confidence that Arsenal can secure all three points against Liverpool.
“I think Arsenal can do it. I’m sure Arsenal can do it. It’s very exciting. I can already feel the buzz around that game. With what’s happening at Liverpool, it’s time to attack them and make them respond some questions,” Wright said.
He continued:
“I know we’re going to have a period in that game where if Liverpool aren’t in it, we’ll probably score a couple of goals. That’s what excites me. I like our mentality and us.” We have to go there and do what we’ve been doing for the last month or so.”
The Gunners have won 23 of their 29 league games, losing just three.