Arsenal Eye £59m Gonzalo Garcia Move Amid Gyökeres Struggles

Arsenal are reportedly weighing up a move for Fulham centre-forward Gonzalo Garcia, with Real Madrid and Aston Villa also in the picture, according to 442, as relayed by TEAMtalk.

Why Arsenal Like Gonzalo Garcia

The 22-year-old joined Fulham on a six-year deal this summer. He has scored just twice, yet he has been among the Cottagers’ best performers during a difficult start to the season. His energy and finishing have reportedly impressed Arsenal’s recruitment staff.

Garcia’s reputation was forged at Real Madrid, where he racked up 46 goal contributions for Castilla before Carlo Ancelotti promoted him to the senior squad. He scored the winner in a 3-2 Copa del Rey victory over Leganés, and Federico Valverde has called him “spectacular”. Five goal involvements in six games at the 2025 Club World Cup earned him the tournament’s top scorer award.

How Much Would Garcia Cost Arsenal?

Fulham are unlikely to sell cheaply. The report claims the Gunners would need to pay between £51m and £59m to prise him away from Craven Cottage. Madrid hold a buy-back clause, while Villa are also monitoring the Spaniard, which could complicate matters.

Arsenal’s Striker Problem

Arsenal signed only Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge last summer, despite wanting more attacking reinforcements. Five games into the campaign, that restraint looks costly, with Viktor Gyökeres struggling for form. Kai Havertz also picked up an injury on international duty with Germany, casting doubt over his availability for the trip to Leeds United.

Could Garcia Solve Arsenal’s Goalscoring Issues?

Garcia looks a sensible fit for Mikel Arteta’s system, and his movement would give a blunt attack something different. However, £59m is a hefty outlay for a player with two goals for his new club, and Madrid’s buy-back clause means Arsenal could be investing in someone who ends up back in the Spanish capital. If Gyökeres does not turn the corner soon, the pressure to act in January will only grow.