Eddie Nketiah once again proved his goal-scoring prowess for Arsenal, netting his sixth goal of the season in their recent Champions League match. Despite limited playing time, Nketiah has an impressive record of five goals in 10 starts across the Premier League and Champions League, averaging a goal every two games. This statistic is comparable to Ivan Toney, a player heavily desired by fans. However, there is a growing belief that Arsenal needs to find a better long-term option for the center-forward position to continue improving under Mikel Arteta.

Gabriel Jesus is cited as an excellent No. 9 who fits Arteta’s vision for the role, but finding a prolific goal-scorer is a challenge. While it’s unlikely that a suitable candidate will be found in the January transfer window, there is a suggestion that Nketiah’s role may need to be reevaluated for the remainder of the season. As a substitute, Nketiah’s impact has been limited, failing to score in last season’s appearances and only finding the net once this season. Reiss Nelson, who assisted Nketiah’s goal against PSV, could be a viable option for оffensive changes, given his past performances in longer appearances.

Nelson’s contract renewal in the summer indicates Arsenal’s faith in his abilities, and he has delivered in several notable outings, such as the win against Bournemouth last season. In contrast, Nketiah’s sporadic opportunities as a starter raise questions about his future role in the team.