Ex-England star Jay Bothroyd says Arsenal should have signed Man City's Ndiaye for £65m
Former England international Jay Bothroyd told Sky Sports News that Arsenal should have signed Manchester City forward Iliman Ndiaye during the summer transfer window, describing the £65million fee as an absolute steal. Ndiaye moved to Man City from Everton and made his Premier League debut on Saturday in a 1-0 win over Coventry City, where teammate Erling Haaland scored the lone goal. Bothroyd argued that Man City secured top‑quality players who could hit the ground running, implying Arsenal missed a valuable opportunity. He noted that while Arsenal pursued Vinicius Junior, the value for money offered by Ndiaye made him a better target. The commentary highlights ongoing debate about Arsenal’s transfer strategy and player valuation in a competitive market. Do you think Arsenal’s focus on Vinicius Junior over Ndiaye was a wise use of funds, or did they overlook a bargain that could have strengthened their attack?