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Josh Holland

Arsenal eye £25m Ligue 1 star despite Folarin Balogun transfer decision

Arsenal are reportedly considering making a move for RC Lens striker Lois Openda after his incredible first season in France. The Gunners could consider their attacking options at the end of the season and may decide to add firepower behind Gabriel Jesus.

Mikel Arteta currently has two strikers to choose from in Jesus and Eddie Nketiah. The pair have scored 19.3% (18) of the 93 goals scored by the north Londoners this season, with the remaining 75 spread across others of the squad.

In the summer, Hale Ender Folarin Balogun will return to England on the back of his successful loan with Stade de Reims - in which he has scored 19 goals. However, his return won’t present the usual feeling that occurs when a young player impresses out on loan, with Balogun expected to demand first team football or leave.

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