Premier League Striker Race Heats Up

With just one month remaining until the Premier League kickoff, the competition for top strikers is intensifying. While Chelsea have already secured deals for Liam Delap from Ipswich and Joao Pedro from Brighton, other top clubs including Newcastle, Liverpool, Manchester United, and Arsenal continue their search for attacking reinforcements.

Strikers Nearing Deals

Viktor Gyokeres (Sporting CP)

The 27-year-old Swedish striker, formerly of Coventry City, appears set for a move to Arsenal. The Gunners are reportedly finalizing a £63.5m deal for the prolific forward who scored 97 goals in 102 appearances in Portugal.

Victor Osimhen (Napoli)

Despite interest from Arsenal, Manchester United, and Chelsea, the Nigerian striker may be heading back to Galatasaray on a permanent deal after his successful loan spell. The 26-year-old's future should be resolved in coming days.

Most Wanted Strikers

Alexander Isak (Newcastle United)

Newcastle insist their Swedish star isn't for sale, but Liverpool remain interested in the 25-year-old. Any deal would likely require breaking the British transfer record, with estimates around £130m.

Hugo Ekitike (Eintracht Frankfurt)

The 23-year-old French forward has attracted attention from Newcastle and Liverpool after his 15-goal Bundesliga campaign. Newcastle's initial £70m bid was rejected, while Chelsea's interest has cooled after recent signings.

Bryan Mbeumo (Brentford)

Manchester United remain hopeful of completing a £60m+ deal for the Cameroonian international, though Tottenham and several European clubs are monitoring the situation.

Yoane Wissa (Brentford)

Tottenham are exploring a move for the DR Congo international, who scored 20 goals last season. Liverpool are also monitoring the 28-year-old but have other priorities.

Other Potential Moves

Benjamin Sesko (RB Leipzig)

The 22-year-old Slovenian was linked with Arsenal but now appears available for around £85m, with Chelsea, Manchester United and Liverpool potentially interested.

Ollie Watkins (Aston Villa)

Arsenal's £40m January bid was rejected, but the England international remains on several clubs' radars, including Liverpool and Manchester United.

Jean-Philippe Mateta (Crystal Palace)

The French striker (17 goals last season) is wanted by multiple clubs but Palace hope to extend his contract beyond 2027.

Nicolas Jackson (Chelsea)

The Senegalese striker's position may become uncertain following Chelsea's new signings, though he scored 10 Premier League goals last season.

Dominic Calvert-Lewin (Free Agent)

The former Everton striker is available on a free transfer, with Newcastle and Manchester United reportedly interested in the 28-year-old.

As the transfer window heats up, clubs are racing to strengthen their attacking options before the new season begins. With several high-profile moves potentially happening in coming weeks, the striker market remains one of the most dynamic areas of this summer's business.