Reports have emerged regarding Arsenal setting their sights on Paraguayan forward, Antonio Sanabria.

  • Arsenal are reportedly gearing up to table a €25m bid for Torino’s striker, Antonio Sanabria.
  • Other major Italian clubs, namely Milan, Napoli, and Lazio, also show interest in the Paraguayan forward.
  • Sanabria boasts an decent record this season, netting 12 goals in 34 appearances for Torino.

A rumoured €25m bid signals the Gunners’ intent to beef up their attacking line, indicating that Torino’s talented frontman is firmly on their radar.

Arsenal transfers - TURIN, ITALY - MAY 21: Antonio Sanabria of Torino FC celebrates after scoring the team's first goal during the Serie A match between Torino FC and ACF Fiorentina at Stadio Olimpico di Torino on May 21, 2023 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Valerio Pennicino/Getty Images)
TURIN, ITALY – MAY 21: Antonio Sanabria of Torino FC celebrates after scoring the team’s first goal during the Serie A match between Torino FC and ACF Fiorentina at Stadio Olimpico di Torino on May 21, 2023 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Valerio Pennicino/Getty Images)

Sanabria, currently plying his trade for Torino in Serie A, has shown promising form this season.

His tally of 12 goals in 34 appearances is a testament to his talent and consistency, apparently making him a hot prospect for clubs seeking firepower upfront.

Notably, Arsenal aren’t the only club expressing interest in this promising young striker.

Italian heavyweights Milan, Napoli, and Lazio are also said to be eyeing the Paraguayan.

Arsenal transfers - TURIN, ITALY - APRIL 16: Antonio Sanabria of Torino FC battles for possession with Norbert Gyomber of Salernitana during the Serie A match between Torino FC and Salernitana at Stadio Olimpico di Torino on April 16, 2023 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Valerio Pennicino/Getty Images)
TURIN, ITALY – APRIL 16: Antonio Sanabria of Torino FC battles for possession with Norbert Gyomber of Salernitana during the Serie A match between Torino FC and Salernitana at Stadio Olimpico di Torino on April 16, 2023 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Valerio Pennicino/Getty Images)

However, Arsenal’s bid, as quoted by the Daily Mail, shows serious intent that may sway the balance in their favour.

Despite this, it remains to be seen how Torino’s President, Urbano Cairo, responds to the proposed deal.

Given Sanabria’s impressive form and increasing interest from multiple top-tier clubs, convincing Cairo to part with his prized striker may prove a tough nut to crack for the London club.

Arsenal transfers - TURIN, ITALY - APRIL 29: Antonio Sanabria of Torino FC celebrates after scoring the team's first goal during the Serie A match between Torino FC and Atalanta BC at Stadio Olimpico di Torino on April 29, 2023 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Valerio Pennicino/Getty Images)
TURIN, ITALY – APRIL 29: Antonio Sanabria of Torino FC celebrates after scoring the team’s first goal during the Serie A match between Torino FC and Atalanta BC at Stadio Olimpico di Torino on April 29, 2023 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Valerio Pennicino/Getty Images)

In the grand scheme of things, if the transfer goes through, it would mark a significant step in Arsenal’s bid to bolster their forward line.

With the summer transfer window just around the corner, Gunners’ fans wait with bated breath to see if Sanabria, or any new forward, will be wearing the red and white come next season.