Arsenal Explores Free Agents Amid Striker Shortage

Arsenal is exploring the free agent market to cope with Kai Havertz's season-ending injury amidst a striker shortage. Mikel Arteta confirmed the club's openness to signing unattached players like Carlos Vela or Diego Costa, though the lack of world-class options poses a challenge. Arsenal is also interested in Stoke City's Jaden Dixon and Malaga's Antonio Cordero as part of their strategy to reinforce their squad with young talent. Additionally, Arsenal and Manchester United have shown interest in Atalanta's Mateo Retegui, who is leading Serie A's scoring charts. Arteta is keen on signing a top forward, considering Alexander Isak and Benjamin Sesko as potential summer targets after failing to secure Ollie Watkins in January.