Arsenal have been tipped to go after current wantaway Manchester United forward Anthony Martial.
Former Leeds man Noel Whelan, who also spent time at both Coventry City and Middlesborough, has insisted the Gunners should see Martial as a potential replacement for Alexandre Lacazette.
The 26-year-old's United career has been a hot topic of conversation in recent weeks, with the club rejecting a loan offer from La Liga club Sevilla.
Martial joined United from Monaco back in September 2015 and has seen chances limited so far this season, making only 10 appearances.
Whelan, who spoke exclusively to Football Insider on the Frenchman's footballing future, insisted his capabilities are still there for all to see and said he could get a fresh start elsewhere.
“I think he’s got the talent to stay in the Premier League,” he said.
“I will always go back to attitude and character before talent, however, when assessing a player. That’s the first box you’ve got to tick.
“There’s questions that need answering about Martial. Can he settle into a side? Can he bring a positive attitude to a new side?
“You’re seeing someone who just wants to play football but hasn’t been given that opportunity at all over the past few seasons.
“It’s been a turbulent time for Man United as well, and he’s been there throughout that time. I think he just needs that move away in order to catch fire again – let’s not forget, he’s still very young.
“Signing him would be a shrewd move for somebody in the Premier League – maybe Arsenal would benefit from having him – he reminds me a lot of Lacazette.”
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