Arsenal finished the summer transfer window with just Gabriel Jesus and Eddie Nketiah as the forward options going into the season. A lot of pressure will be placed on both forwards with a heavy fixture schedule due to the Europa League.
However, both strikers started in the Gunners’ 1-0 Europa League group stage victory against PSV Eindhoven. It was the first time that the pair started in a competitive game together this season.
If this becomes a regular occurrence, then it could become a blessing for Folarin Balogun, who is currently thriving while out on loan in France with Reims. It initially seemed his path at Arsenal was blocked, but with either Jesus or Nketiah featuring on the wing, it gives space for Balogun in the side for future seasons.
