Arsenal’s perfect Bukayo Saka back-up signing reminds Mikel Arteta why a deal must be done
Kingsley Coman reminded supporters about what he can do last night as he scored in Bayern Munich’s DFB-Pokal victory
Arsenal have been sent a reminder of Kingsley Coman’s quality after previous links to the club.
Last night, the Frenchman got on the scoresheet – assisted by Michael Olise – in Bayern Munich’s 4-0 win over ULM in the first round of the DFB-Pokal. Previously, the former Paris Saint-Germain winger had been linked with a move to the Emirates.
Now 28, this is a crucial period in his career – however Arsenal tend to target young players who can grow and adapt to Mikel Arteta ’s style – Riccardo Calafiori is 22 and will likely fit the Gunners transfer policy of bringing in young players for a long-term solution.
Coman would be a short-term solution rather than a player who could spend a prolonged period in north London. The Gunners boast quality in the left-wing position; Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard are the likely starters this season – although with four competitions to compete for, there is still a place for an addition if the deal makes sense.
One criticism of Arsenal in recent years has been the lack of silverware – Arteta boasts a single trophy with a FA Cup victory over Chelsea in 2020. The France international certainly knows a thing or two about capturing silverware, he sports an impressive collection including several Ligue 1, and Serie A triumphs with a sublime eight Bundesliga titles to his name.
Despite his links to the Premier League, Coman has also been touted with a move to Barcelona, earlier this week journalist Fabrizio Romano posted on X: “Barca have started discussing wingers internally as there’s still no breakthrough in Nico Williams deal. Kingsley Coman can leave Bayern on initial loan, he’s among options on the shortlist.”
The player has played a sporadic role in recent times with just 17 appearances in the Bundesliga last term as the Bavarians finished third under Thomas Tuchel. It is still possible that new boss Vincent Kompany integrates him into the first-team but the player is likely to want guaranteed minutes at this stage of his career.
