Arsenal are reportedly mulling over a sensational swoop on Al-Ittihad that would see them take Karim Benzema on a short-term loan agreement.
Premier League giants open to added firepower.
Would like to acquire another prove goalscorer Veteran Frenchman would tick box for Arteta.
Arsenal are eager to add more firepower to their ranks during the January transfer window, with Gabriel Jesus, Eddie Nketiah and Kai Havertz yet to convince when given opportunities to lead the line in a 2023-24 campaign that still promises plenty.
The former France international Benzema. The 36-year-old won the Ballon d’Or in 2022, before leaving European football as he followed ex-Real Madrid team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo to the Middle East.
Manchester United have also been linked with Benzema, although an approach there is considered to be unlikely, while Chelsea are another side that remain in the hunt for a proven No.9.
It could be that they present the greatest threat to London rivals Arsenal if a deal is to be done for Golden Ball winner Benzema.
