Christian Benteke has been nothing short of a revelation this year. The Belgian has found the net no fewer than 23 times this season, with 19 of those coming in the league. If it had not been for the impressive form of Gareth Bale than Benteke would have been hotly tipped to win the PFA Young Player of the Season.
Due to his impressive form Benteke is being linked with a whole host of clubs, even Dortmund are believed to be showing an interest, another sign that Robert Lewandowski is most likely on his way out of the club. Arsenal themselves are supposedly keen admirers of the front man and Benteke would certainly provided the Gunners with some much needed fire power.
The Belgian has previously admitted that he is big fan of the club. Indeed he is quoted as saying "Arsenal are the club I love. I like their philosophy of selecting young players and, besides, they had Thierry Henry. For me he is the best player in the world and was my boyhood idol. I'm not afraid of making enemies at Villa by saying I love Arsenal."
Benteke also added that his decision to sign for Villa was that they were the right club at the right time, and the move appears to have been a good one. By playing for the Birmingham side the striker has been able to play without the pressures of a big summer move, indeed Benteke was snapped up for a mere £7 million - a snip when you think how much players can go for in the current market.
What makes Benteke such a desired commodity is the fact that he is almost the complete forward. He plays in a similar fashion to Drogba, showcasing his extreme strength, pace and composure on a weekly basis. The last of those attributes is probably the Belgian's greatest skill - his composure Benteke is so much more than just a big man. His composure in front of the goal is sensational for a man of just 21 years old, just look at his goal against Chelsea at the weekend.
So, clearly Benteke is a brilliant player who is destined for a big move, but could we sign him?
Realistically I think he is the best player in the market we are shopping in. We aren't in the market for the Cavani and Falcao's of this world, players who would cost well over £30 million. In reality we should be shopping for players like Benteke, individuals who demand a fee of around £20 million. In this market we should be one of the front runners, with Spurs most likely being are main rivals. For me, clubs like Manchester United, City and Chelsea will be focusing on other targets, meaning we should swoop now to secure the Belgian.
Benteke is a proven Premier League goal scorer, for a team who are near the foot of the table. For that reason he would be right at the top of my summer shopping list, even ahead of Jovetic. I just hope Wenger has similar plans.
Thoughts and views appreciated,
Come on you Gooners!
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