In a recent report, Super Deporte claimed that Arsenal are among clubs hoping to land Barcelona forward Memphis Depay. It has been mentioned that the Gunners could face competition from Everton and Newcastle United in pursuit of the Dutch attacker who is facing an uncertain future at the Nou Camp.
Depay’s Impressive Numbers In Spanish Football This Season
Depay made a decent start to life in Catalonia but has lost his way after the turn of this calendar year as he missed some key games due to injuries. The 28-year-old has registered ten goals and two assists in 30 appearances for the Spanish outfit during this campaign on all fronts.
The Moordrecht-born talent has been a consistent performer at the Nou Camp based on his average of 2.3 shots, 1.7 key passes and 1.5 dribbles per 90 minutes in La Liga. He has even been tidy when distributing the ball in the opposition half, as evidenced by his pass success rate of 81.8% in league football (stats via whoscored).
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What Will Depay Bring To Arsenal?
Depay can create space for himself to get a few shots in on target and is usually a good finisher in front of the opponent’s goal when he is playing with confidence on the field. He has got the vision to create a few inviting chances for others around him but needs to add a few more assists to his game.
The 77-time Netherlands international can use his quickness and agility to stretch the pitch for his team up top and is quite accurate with his passing as well. Hence, he will be a perfect fit for Mikel Arteta‘s style of play at the Emirates Stadium.
We can expect Depay to bring some pace and a lot of goals to Arsenal‘s attack. Plus, he would serve as an upgrade over Alexandre Lacazette who has sometimes struggled to find consistency with his performances for the Gunners this season. At 28, the Barca forward is currently playing at his prime and could help Arsenal challenge for a major trophy or two in the coming seasons.
With all things considered, Arteta would be wise to launch a move to lure Depay to the English capital during this summer transfer period.
