Arsenal eye Borussia Dortmund striker

Arsenal are continuing to explore attacking options for the future, with Maximilian Beier, a forward from Borussia Dortmund, coming into the club's sights, according to TEAMtalk.

Julián Alvarez, the Atlético Madrid forward, is Arsenal's first attacking target during the summer transfer window, but the deal remains complicated due to the Argentine player's desire to join FC Barcelona in the future.

With the difficulty in securing the deal for Julián Alvarez, Arsenal have begun exploring other alternatives, including Maximilian Beier, who has caught the attention of the club's scouts after they monitored him over the past 12 months.

Arsenal are closely monitoring Borussia Dortmund this season due to Ethan Nwaneri being on loan with the German team, which has allowed the English club the opportunity to keep a closer eye on Beier.

Maximilian Beier is characterized by his ability to play as a central striker, alongside wingers and in the playmaker position, which makes him a versatile option for Arsenal.

The 23-year-old player has joined Borussia Dortmund in 2024 from TSG 1899 Hoffenheim for around €30 million, and since his transfer, he has contributed to scoring 20 goals and providing 14 assists.

The source notes that Arsenal scouts consider Beier's style to be suitable for the Premier League, with similarities between his playing style and that of Kai Havertz, particularly regarding movement, intelligence, and exploiting spaces.

Maximilian Beier's appeal is not limited to Arsenal, as Manchester United and Tottenham have also inquired about the player during the summer. Meanwhile, the Borussia Dortmund forward remains an important player for his team, with continued monitoring from Premier League clubs.