The race to sign Paris Saint-Germain star Randall Kolo Mwani has taken a new turn, with Arsenal reportedly showing a strong interest in signing the 26-year-old striker.
At the Gunners It was previously linked With him in the past, but new links emerged amid an injury crisis at the Emirates Stadium, forcing the club to urgently explore reinforcements in attack.
Kolo Mwani, who joined Paris Saint-Germain from Eintracht Frankfurt in a €90m deal last summer, has been heavily linked with a move this month after a disappointing season in Ligue 1. With just two goals and one assist in 14 appearances, the France international has struggled to replicate the electric form he showed in Germany.
Tottenham, Juventus and Manchester United have all been linked with the versatile striker. Tottenham appear particularly keen, however, with their boss Daniel Levy is said to be traveling to Paris to negotiate a deal.
French outlet L'Equipe claim Tottenham have made a bid for a loan with option to buy, while Juventus are believed to have made a standing offer but are struggling to meet the player's wage requirements.
Despite these developments, PSG are said to be in no rush to conclude a deal. The French League giants are said to be waiting to evaluate all offers and are said to prefer either a permanent sale or a loan with a commitment to buy.
Arsenal enters the race to sign Randall Kolo Mwani after Jesus' injury
In another development, Arsenal are now entering the race with strong interest, according to the British newspaper “Daily Mail”. Sky Italy. The Gunners are keeping tabs on Kolo Mwani as they grapple with a worsening injury crisis.
Earlier tonight, the club confirmed that Gabriel Jesus suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury that will require surgery, potentially ruling him out for the rest of the season. With Bukayo Saka already sidelined until March, Arsenal urgently need reinforcements up front and could mount a late attack to steal the deal.
Kolo Muani's versatility and ability to play across the attacking line makes him an ideal candidate for Arsenal. The Frenchman's pace, work rate and creative flair could provide a much-needed boost to Mikel Arteta's side as they look to lift the rug this season.
While his time at Paris Saint-Germain was disappointing, Kolo Mwani's form at Eintracht Frankfurt shows his huge potential.
During the 2022–23 Bundesliga season, he scored 15 goals and provided 11 assists, cementing his reputation as one of the most dynamic strikers in Europe. In total, he scored 26 goals and contributed 17 assists during his time in Germany, attracting interest from top clubs across the continent.
Tottenham's loan offer with an option to buy may appeal to Paris Saint-Germain, but Arsenal's urgency following Gabriel Jesus' injury could see them push hard for a deal.
It remains to be seen whether Arsenal can snatch a move from Tottenham, but one thing is certain: Randall Kolo Mwani's transfer is shaping up to be one of the most interesting stories of the January transfer window.
