The Gunners came into this transfer window knowing they had to strengthen up top, with Alexandre Lacazette leaving at the end of the season, while Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang also left in the winter without being replaced.
Mikel Arteta needs more fire power up top if his side are going to go one better than the season just gone to reach the Champions League.
Arsenal also have the added commitment of the Europa League in the coming campaign, so adding the experienced goalscorer is a shrewd move.
The Gunners have taken advantage of City’s signing of Erling Haaland to pull off a £50million deal, with the official announcement due any moment.
And former Gunner turned Sky Sports pundit Paul Merson is very impressed.
“I like what Arsenal have done to get that over the line,” he said.
“I think they’re in for a good season. There’s a project going on and they’ll be fighting for fourth place with Man United and Tottenham.
“If they can get into the Champions League and have a good cup run - the Europa is winnable - with the squad they’re building they’ve got a chance of getting some silverware this season.”
Check out the latest Premier League transfer speculation below...
1. Pickford set for talks
Everton are to open talks with England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford over a new contract. (Daily Mail) | Getty Images
2. Lavia nears Saints switch
Southampton are close to completing a deal to sign Manchester City teenager Romeo Lavia. (The Athletic) | AFP via Getty Images
3. Zirkzee on Toon radar
Newcastle United are ‘showing interest’ in Bayern Munich forward Joshua Zirkzee. (HLN) | BELGA MAG/AFP via Getty Images
4. Albion eye Sanchez
Nottingham Forest and Brighton ‘love’ Atletico Madrid’s promising left-back Manu Sanchez. (Sergio Santos) | Getty Images