Arsenal and Tottenham in Race for German Starlet Nelson Weiper
Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur are both eyeing a move for 20-year-old German striker Nelson Weiper, with Bundesliga side FSV Mainz 05 open to offers in the region of €14 million this summer. According to French journalist Sebastien Vidal, the North London rivals have identified Weiper as a long-term attacking solution, as both clubs look to bolster their frontlines ahead of the 2025/26 campaign. Weiper: Germany’s Next Striking Sensation? Germany’s search for their next elite striker may have found a promising candidate in Nelson Weiper. Having come through the youth ranks at Mainz since 2013, Weiper made his senior debut in the 2022/23 season and truly began to shine last term. The Mainz-born talent featured in 25 Bundesliga games, scoring three goals and registering two assists — a solid return for a youngster still finding his feet in top-flight football. With a blend of physical presence, smart movement, and clinical finishing, Weiper has caught the eye of several Premier League clubs. Arsenal, Tottenham, and even Brentford are now closely tracking the German U21 international. Arsenal See Weiper as Long-Term Striker Option Mikel Arteta’s Gunners are actively hunting for a new striker, especially after an underwhelming campaign from Gabriel Jesus and Kai [...]
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