Cole said he backed Osimhen because he scored goals in the Italian and Turkish leagues.
By Kehinde Okeowo
Former Chelsea midfielder, Joe Cole, has expressed doubt in the ability of Arsenal’s summer signing, Viktor Gyokeres to score goals in the English Premier League (EPL).
He expressed his reservation recently while featuring as a guest on Hayters TV.
According to the ex-England international, the Gunners should have signed Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen
Arsenal completed the signing of Gyokeres from Portuguese side Sporting CP this summer, but the north London club were also linked with Osimhen, who recently joined Galatasaray on a permanent transfer.
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Speaking on the striker that is likely to deliver for Arsenal in the EPL after coming second in three straight seasons, Cole said Arteta got his decision wrong.
He said, “He [Mikel Arteta] has got a centre-forward [Gyokeres] in, but there is still a question mark there.
“It is not like you are bringing in a player like… if Arsenal would’ve gone and signed [Victor] Osimhen, who I’ve seen do it in Italy and in Turkey.
“This kid [Viktor Gyokeres], there is still a question mark. I think he is going to be alright.”
