As they try to bolster their roster for the upcoming season, Arsenal is closely monitoring Georgiy Sudakov, a playmaker for Shakhtar Donetsk.

September 18, 2024, in Bologna, Italy, Renato Dall’Ara. (Image courtesy of Getty Images/Alessandro Sabattini)

Arsenal are closely monitoring Shakhtar Donetsk playmaker Georgiy Sudakov, according to writer Pete O’Rourke, who was speaking on the most recent episode of Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast. According to rumours, the Gunners would have to compete with Tottenham Hotspur for the Ukrainian player’s signature in the upcoming season.

Sudakov’s Magnificent Form In Ukrainian Football
Sudakov has enjoyed a good run of form this season as he has put in a series of productive performances for the Ukrainian outfit in the final third. The Ukraine international has banged in seven goals and secured two assists in ten matches for Shakhtar during this campaign in all competitions.

The 22-year-old’s performances in the opposing half for his current employers have drawn attention. His present ranking in Ukrainian football’s youth ranks him among the finest, therefore the Gunners would be wise to entice him to the Emirates Stadium.Since Sudakov has a contract with Shakhtar until the end of 2028, it might be challenging for Arsenal to acquire him for a low price the next year.

Should Arsenal Boss Mikel Arteta Get Sudakov On Board?

Sudakov is a good dribbler with the ball and can make some driving runs with the ball in and around the opponent’s penalty area. He can strike the ball with power from long range and has got the vision to create a few inviting chances for others around him on the offensive end of the field.

The Ukrainian sensation can contribute by scoring and creating his fair share of goals up top. He mainly operates in the number ten position but can also serve as a box-to-box midfielder or as a left-sided wide player if needed. However, only time will tell whether the gifted attacker can make a smooth transition to life in the Premier League.

We can expect Sudakov to inject more quality into Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta’s frontline. He is good enough to fight for a regular first-team spot at the North London club in the coming years.

At 22, Sudakov has the potential to be a future star in English football. Therefore, the Gunners would be wise to try everything they can to get him on board in the winter transfer period or at the end of this season.