Petit believes Osimhen could be an option for Arsenal if they fail to land Julián Álvarez.

Petit thinks Osimhen could become Arsenal's alternative if they are unable to secure Julián Álvarez.

Arsenal are working behind the scenes ahead of Tuesday's transfer deadline, looking to strengthen their attacking lineup to mount a title challenge. Arteta is eager to bring competition and support for Gyökeres and Havertz.

The Gunners were rejected by Morgan Rogers this summer, who chose to join Chelsea instead. Vinícius also turned down a move to North London, opting to stay at Real Madrid.

However, the Premier League champions completed deals with Bruno Guimarães, Euzébio Konsa, Christos Tzolis, Illan Meslier, and Piero IncapieTransfer activity intensifies, with Atlético Madrid striker Julián Álvarez emerging at the top of Arsenal's wishlist and becoming Arteta's primary target.

For much of the summer, Julián Álvarez had been pushing for a move to Barcelona, but according to reports from Madrid on Wednesday, the Argentine forward is now seriously considering joining Arsenal for the first time.

Last month, Atlético Madrid swiftly rejected Barcelona's €100 million (approximately £85.7 million) offer for Julián Álvarez, making it clear they have no intention of selling to a direct rival.

On the former Manchester City forward wanting to leave Atlético Madrid, Petit said: "He is an excellent player with great movement and football intelligence. He has pace, skill, and vision."

"He scores many goals and can assist too. I really like his movement."

"It's difficult to find a player intelligent enough to truly understand a team's DNA. Arsenal has a very defined style on the pitch, so when acquiring top players, they must fit that system."

"I think Julián Álvarez is the perfect fit for Arsenal. His playing style, movement, and link-up play are excellent, and he has an outstanding ability to capitalize when he gets chances at the edge of the penalty area."

Arsenal held preliminary discussions with Osimhen during this transfer window, though Galatasaray reportedly abandoned their pursuit of the striker this summer.

While Petit believes Osimhen does not possess the same "quality" as Julián Álvarez, he is confident the Nigerian international can bring "something different" to the team through his physical presence and "strong personality."

The former Arsenal and France midfielder said of Osimhen: "He is a different type of player and not at the same level as Julián Álvarez. He would bring a strong physical presence to the front line."

"He is quick, a fighter, and has a strong personality. He brings something different from Julián Álvarez. They are two different options, but I like both."

Gyökeres joined Arsenal from Sporting Lisbon for £63.5 million and scored 21 goals across all competitions in his debut season.

The 28-year-old Swedish striker has faced some criticism for his overall performance level, but Petit argues he brings something "very important" to Arteta's attack.

The 1998 World Cup winner explained: "But did they win the Premier League with him? Did they reach the Champions League final with him? I think he has the ability to keep improving."

"It's not easy having all the external expectations and pressure on his shoulders."

"When he first arrived, people expected him to score exactly the same number of goals he did in Portugal. With respect, that is not the same league."

"He always gives everything on the pitch. He is not the world's best striker, but he brings something very important to Arsenal."

On Gyökeres, Petit also stated: "He can score goals and improve his stats and assists, but what really impresses me is his work rate up front. Every match he makes many off-the-ball movements, even without the ball."

"I would pursue another striker, but Gyökeres would stay."

"In my opinion, Gyökeres is not the problem. Gabriel Jesus is the problem."

Arsenal made a successful title defense start, defeating promoted Coventry City 3-0 in last Friday's Premier League opener under Lampard.

Next, Arteta's side face Aston Villa, who suffered a 4-0 away defeat to Brighton in their opening match.

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