Arsenal tipped to hijack Chelsea’s move for £85m striker with 21 G/A last season

Arsenal are hopeful of signing a new striker before the close of the summer transfer window.

The Gunners have so far made two permanent signings — defender Riccardo Calafiori from Bologna and former loanee David Raya from Brentford. Last season’s runners-up’s focus is now on bringing in a new number nine.

Although Kai Havertz had an excellent campaign — scoring 13 Premier League goals from 30 starts — the German’s ability to lead his side’s line remains a major talking point. Gabriel...