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We obviously don't want to think too much about worse-case scenarios this summer and I certainly don't mean to worry you all, but it is something that Arsenal must prepare for if things don't go as planned, after all, anything can happen during a transfer window.

If there was one position which was in desperate need of strengthening, it would be centre-forward, it's a pretty easy choice. Following the departures of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Alexandre Lacazette, there is a rather urgent need for reinforcements as preparations are made for next season.

It looked likely that Eddie Nketiah would also follow them out of the exit door, but a change of heart is set to see him extend his stay. It takes the pressure off Mikel Arteta and technical director Edu slightly, but there still remains a need to bring in a top-quality striker who is guaranteed to score goals.

Liverpool and Man City have forced Edu into major Arsenal transfer decision on striker signing

As various reports have suggested, Gianluca Scamacca and Gabriel Jesus appear to be two leading candidates as of right now, with the latter currently seen as more of a priority. However, it's become clear that Arsenal isn't the only team interested in either player.

London rivals Chelsea and Tottenham are said to be keen on Jesus, although it's Thomas Tuchel's side that could pose the most threat if Romelu