Arsenal are reportedly keeping a close eye on Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic, despite the Serbian’s recent struggles with injury and poor form, according to Tuttosport.

The 22-year-old forward, who has also attracted interest from the likes of Real Madrid, is facing a challenging season with the Italian giants.

The recent sprained ankle Vlahovic sustained in a clash with Cataldi has cast doubt over his availability for the upcoming match against Sporting in the Europa League.

The injury is yet another setback in what has been a cursed season for the former Fiorentina star, who hasn’t found the back of the net in the league for over two months.

Juventus’ main concern, as highlighted by the Italian publication, is finding a way to make Vlahovic more effective on the pitch, as he has also struggled with his presence in the penalty area.

The Turin-based club are reportedly banking on two factors to help improve the Serbian’s performance: the return of Federico Chiesa and a tactical switch to a 4-3-3 formation under manager Massimiliano Allegri.

Despite Vlahovic’s struggles this season, his potential and past performances have not gone unnoticed by top European clubs, including Arsenal.

The Gunners are said to be closely monitoring the forward’s situation, as they seek to bolster their attacking options in the future.

Juventus, however, are also keen on retaining Vlahovic’s services, although their decision will be heavily influenced by the outcome of any sporting justice rulings. The Italian club are said to be determined to make the most of Vlahovic’s talent, hoping that recent changes will help him rediscover his goal-scoring prowess.

If Vlahovic does become available in the transfer market, Arsenal could face stiff competition from other clubs, including Spanish giants Real Madrid.

The North London outfit will need to act decisively if they wish to secure the services of the talented Serbian striker they tried to sign before he moved to Juve.

As the season progresses, Arsenal fans will be keeping an eye on Vlahovic’s performances and recovery from his recent injury.

The potential addition of a proven goal scorer like Vlahovic could significantly boost the Gunners’ attacking prowess and help them challenge for domestic and European honours.

More about Dusan Vlahovic

Dusan Vlahovic is a Serbian professional footballer who plays as a striker. Born on January 28, 2000, in Belgrade, Serbia, Vlahovic began his football career at the age of six, joining the youth ranks of his hometown club, Partizan Belgrade. In 2016, he signed his first professional contract with Partizan and made his senior debut at the age of 16.

In 2018, Vlahovic moved to Italian club Fiorentina. His time at Fiorentina saw him develop into a prolific goal scorer, particularly during the 2020-2021 season when he scored 21 goals in 37 Serie A appearances. This impressive form attracted the attention of several top European clubs.

In the summer of 2021, Vlahovic signed with Italian giants Juventus. However, his time at Juventus has been marked by struggles with injury and a dip in form, which has limited his goal-scoring contributions.

In addition to his club career, Vlahovic has represented Serbia at various youth levels and made his debut for the senior national team in 2020.

Standing at 6 feet 3 inches (1.90 meters), Vlahovic is known for his physical presence, strong aerial ability, and clinical finishing skills.