Well… Who Expected This??

Julian Alvarez to Arsenal is starting to get VERY interesting… 👀🔥 The Atletico Madrid forward reportedly missed training today through illness — but with speculation around his future continuing to grow, Arsenal and Barcelona are both firmly in the conversation. We know Barcelona is believed to be Julian Alvarez’s preferred destination, and understandably that has put some Arsenal fans off the idea of signing him. But should it? For me, absolutely not. If Arsenal have a genuine opportunity to sign Julian Alvarez, I think we should take it. He might not be an Erling Haaland-level goalscorer, but this is a player who could transform Mikel Arteta’s attack. In today’s video, I discuss: 🔥 Julian Alvarez to Arsenal — could his Atletico Madrid absence be the beginning of a huge transfer story? 📞 Mikel Arteta’s reported phone call — reports suggest Arteta has personally spoken to Alvarez, but how much should we read into it? ⚽ Why Alvarez improves Arsenal — Premier League proven, an outstanding Champions League goalscoring record, intelligent movement, versatility and a reputation for delivering in huge matches. 📈 Could Mikel Arteta take Alvarez to another level? We’ve already seen Arsenal dramatically improve the attacking output of players such as Kai Havertz. Could Arteta unlock even more from Alvarez? 🇪🇸 Arsenal vs Barcelona — if Barcelona really is his first choice, should that stop Arsenal pursuing the deal? I explain why it wouldn't put me off. 💰 Gabriel Martinelli leaving Arsenal — the latest reported fee is now around £50 million, rather than the previously discussed £60m. Is that enough for Arsenal to sell? ⚠️ Are Arsenal taking a risk on the left wing? With both Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard potentially leaving, Arsenal could effectively replace their first two left-wing options in the same summer. Is that too much change at once? 🏆 Premier League weekend preview — I also take a quick look at the upcoming fixtures, including Aston Villa vs Arsenal on Monday, Crystal Palace vs Manchester City, Chelsea vs Brighton, Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest, Tottenham vs Newcastle and Manchester United vs Ipswich. Julian Alvarez has already proved himself in the Premier League and Champions League, and for me his ability to score in big moments is exactly the type of quality Arsenal need if they want to keep competing for the Premier League title and Champions League. The big question is: if Arsenal can convince Julian Alvarez to choose North London over Barcelona, should they go all-in to make it happen? 👀 Let me know your thoughts in the comments! 👇 🔴 SUBSCRIBE for daily Arsenal news, transfer updates, match reactions and opinions. #Arsenal #AFC #JulianAlvarez #ArsenalTransferNews #ArsenalNews #MikelArteta #AtleticoMadrid #PremierLeague #gabrielmartinelli ❤️ Support the Channel 👍 Like the video🔔 Subscribe to The Gooner Factory📢 Share this with a fellow Gooner! 🔥 Wanna Chat Arsenal 24/7? Follow Me Everywhere: Audio https://podfollow.com/gooner 📸 Instagram – thegoonerfactory 🐦 Twitter/X – GoonerFactory 🎥 TikTok – thegoonerfactory 📧 Email: [email protected] (Business/Collabs) 👉 TheGoonerFactory on EVERYTHING⚡ Because Arsenal never sleeps — and neither do I (especially during transfer season). arsenal finances, arsenal money, arsenal today, arsenal transfer news, arsenal midfield, arsenal defence, arsenal attack, arsenal goals, arsenal skills, arsenal highlights, arsenal full match, arsenal game, arsenal videos, arsenal clips, arsenal fan, arsenal channel, arsenal reaction, arsenal fan cam, arsenal breakdown, arsenal daily, arsenal chat, arsenal talk, arsenal news. Arsenal transfer news, arsenal vs, vs arsenal, arsenal champions league, arsenal premier league, arsenal pre match, arsenal channel, arsenal talk, arsenal win, arsenal post match interview, arsenal interview, arsenal clip, arteta cam, arsenal chances, arsenal tactics, Arsenal, Gyokeres Arsenal, Viktor Gyökeres, Arsenal new signing, Arsenal shirt sales, Arsenal number 14, Arsenal Gyokeres 2025, Premier League transfers 2025, Arsenal news, Mikel Arteta, Thierry Henry, Arsenal vs, Football YouTube, Arsenal fan channel, The Gooner Factory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices