Santi Carzola says Arsenal needs a top class striker

Santi Cazorla believes that Arsenal should target a new striker in this summer’s transfer window. Olivier Giroud led the line for Arsene Wenger’s side last term, scoring 19 goals in 36 games while Danny Welbeck (eight goals in 37 games) and Theo Walcott (seven goals in 22 games) also filled the central role.

However, Welbeck and Walcott were also used in wide positions and Cazorla thinks the Gunners need another out-and-out striker.

“It’s a tough decision and it’s down to Mr Wenger to make these decisions,” said the Arsenal midfielder. “My only hope is that whoever is chosen will be somebody who can pump up the level of the team.

“When it comes to a position or who in particular we might need somebody in Theo Walcott’s area. He’s not necessarily a true, true striker so we might need somebody in his area.”

Although Cazorla thinks Arsenal need to strengthen up front, he believes that the squad need to work on their defence.