Arsenal ready to change transfer plans due to Kai Havertz form?
The Germany international scored and provided an assist in Arsenal's 3-0 victory over Brighton & Hove Albion last weekend, which helped them reclaim the top spot in the Premier League.
With that, the 24-year-old attacker has taken his tally this term to 10 goals, which is his best return since moving to the Premier League back in 2020.
Before Havertz regained his scoring form, there were several reports suggesting that Mikel Arteta's side were considering strengthening their attacking lineup in the upcoming transfer window.
It was speculated that they were particularly interested in securing a striker to compete with and provide backup for Gabriel Jesus.
Arsenal cool interest in Ivan ToneyIvan Toney was heavily linked with a move to the Emirates Stadium in the summer, but according to the Mirror, a move for the Brentford talisman is now unlikely, with the Bees believed to be asking for a hefty transfer fee to part ways with the England international.
The report adds that while the Gunners are still expected to recruit a new forward in the upcoming transfer market, Havertz's recent goalscoring prowess may influence the type of player they target.
With Havertz demonstrating consistent goalscoring form, having scored five times in his last seven outings, Arteta is believed to now be considering a younger prospect whom he can groom and develop gradually.
Consequently, it is understood that Sporting Lisbon ace Viktor Gyokeres has caught Arteta's attention as a potential transfer target, though his impressive form and having only moved to the Primeira Liga last summer likely means that he will
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