Arsenal have reportedly made their first move in their supposed pursuit of Benfica centre-forward, Darwin Nunez.
football.london understands that the north London outfit could target two frontmen this summer, with Jonathan David and Alexander Isak just two of the names on their ambitious shortlist.
Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano then provided a further update on the Gunners' pursuit of a new forward, and he stated that Nunez is another possibility: "Erling Haaland is not a realistic possibility for this summer for Arsenal," he said.
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"But they are exploring the market for many strikers. We know that in January they explored the possibility for Jonathan David from Lille but it was impossible in January. Let's see in the summer what happens. We know many, top top clubs want Jonathan David from Lille.
"Another player, Darwin Nunez. Important goal against Ajax in Champions League. Important striker, he has scored a lot of goals, he has this kind of mentality from Uruguay, he is a fighter and a very good player. Arsenal also had contacts with his agent in January so let's see what happens because also West Ham wanted him.
He added: "Darwin Nunez could be one of the possibilities together with Jonathan David. Arsenal are in the process but they will take their time."
David has consistently been linked with a move to the Emirates Stadium over the last few years whilst reports that the club are keen on Nunez are much more recent.
Now, with Edu clearly intensifying his search for a new frontman, the Gunners have reportedly taken the first steps to persuading Nunez to join Mikel Arteta's project in north London.
As per Record, the Gunners are on the ‘charm offensive’ to convince the Benfica man to join the club. The report adds that Arsenal are ‘a few steps above’ the likes of West Ham United and Newcastle United in pursuit of the 22-year-old.
Whether Arsenal sign Nunez is a different question, but if reports are to be believed, the early signs are indeed encouraging.
