Arsenal’s first bid for Dusan Vlahovic rejected by Juventus

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Arsenal have made a first bid for Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic but have had their loan offer for the Serbia international hitman rejected by the Serie A giants.

Gunners manager Mikel Arteta has long been an admirer of Vlahovic and was even beaten to his signature by Juve when the 24-year-old departed Fiorentina in January 2021 for €83.5 million.

With Arsenal crying out for more firepower following their FA Cup exit at the hands of Manchester United, the Carabao Cup reverse against Newcastle and the disappointing Premier League draw with Brighton, Arteta is revisiting this previous target to give the Gunners an edge as the second half of the campaign looms.

Gabriel Jesus’ latest injury will only underscore how much the Gunners need another forward, particularly with Bukayo Sako still out.