Ian Wright fires four-word Arsenal transfer plea as problem resurfaces vs Liverpool
Ian Wright has pleaded for Arsenal to sign a 'killer' after the Gunners failed to take a number of clear chances to score against Liverpool. Mikel Arteta's side had six shots on target, as well as hitting the crossbar, as the first half ended 0-0 at the Emirates Stadium.
Kai Havertz was unable to be clinical inside the Reds' penalty box after failing to convert a few good chances in the opening 45 minutes of the FA Cup third round tie. Havertz started at striker for Arsenal after being preferred ahead of Eddie Nketiah.
Gabriel Jesus was ruled out of the game after sustaining a minor knee injury earlier this week. football.london understands that the Brazilian's injury is not expected to be serious.
Arsenal struggled, once again, to take their chances in front of goal. The Gunners have been heavily linked with a move to sign Brentford striker Ivan Toney and Napoli star Victor Osimhen in recent weeks.
The need for a clinical striker is clear for everyone to see and the lack of a consistent goalscorer is seriously hampering the north Londoners now. Wright sent a clear four-word plea during the first half of Arsenal's FA Cup tie against Liverpool, urging his former side to sign a new striker.
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In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Wright wrote: «We need a killer.» Speaking during commentary, Alan Shearer highlighted how dominant the Gunners have been, saying: «After the first 11 minutes, Arsenal should have three or four goals now!”
Arsenal have now failed to score with their last 43 shots at the Emirates Stadium. It's a clear issue for Arteta that needs
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