3 World Cup stars Arsenal should target in January

Drama, giant killings and a GOAT coronation.

For four magical weeks, the 2022 Qatar World Cup truly gripped the football imagination, and it culminated in an extraordinary final that cemented its status as one of the tournament’s greatest editions.

A hallmark of this quadrennial event, the international ensemble saw a host of unfamiliar names come into the sporting spotlight and produce some special individual performances that will give teams lots to think about ahead of the upcoming January transfer window.

It is likely the Arsenal hierarchy kept a keen eye on Middle East proceedings as we look to bolster our options in central midfield, while an extra forward will also be in demand to try to ease the blow of Gabriel Jesus’ lengthy absence.

3 World Cup stars Arsenal should target in January

Mikel Arteta confirmed last week that the club will be “very active” in the winter market, and here are three World Cup stars who could feature highly on his Christmas wish-list.

1. Randal Kolo Muani (France)

It was only thanks to a last-minute Christopher Nkunku injury that Kolo Muani even made the Qatari spectacle, but the youngster was left unfazed by the occasion and took his opportunity in style.

Despite his imposing 6ft 2in frame, Muani is a quick, skilful attacker who has featured out wide at domestic level and can make dynamic runs to help stretch opposition defences. The Frankfurt man also boasts Jesus-like strength on the ball, presses from the front and has proven extremely effective when combining with pacey teammates in the channels – a quality that would serve him well in north London.

His various talents have drawn admiration from senior figures at the Bundesliga outfit and even from France head coach Didier Deschamps, who once described how Kolo Muani has a “presence about him” that could be of benefit as his career develops.

Five goals and ten assists this league season certify his electric start to life in Germany following a summer move, and any further success will surely invite a big offer in the near future.

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