'Could you imagine...' - Expert: Arsenal have just one way to solve 'centre-forward situation'

Expert Bryan King says Arsenal could solve their striker shortage by signing Erling Haaland if he becomes available, though he remains under contract at Manchester City until 2034.

Former scout Bryan King has suggested that Erling Haaland represents Arsenal's best solution to their centre-forward problem, speaking exclusively to Football Insider. The 26-year-old's potential availability could arise if Manchester City face severe punishment following their 114 Premier League financial breaches, though the club is appealing the verdict.

Arsenal's current strikers have underperformed this season, with Kai Havertz and Viktor Gyokeres combining for just six goals across all competitions—less than half of Haaland's 14. King believes Arsenal are among the few English clubs with the financial capacity to afford such a move, having previously spent over £100 million on a single player.

However, significant obstacles remain. Haaland is contracted to Manchester City until 2034 and has a history of confrontations with Arsenal. King acknowledged the PR implications would be extraordinary but noted that even if City were relegated, they would demand a substantial fee. For now, King described the signing as a "pipe dream" for the Gunners.