Ian Wright urges Arsenal to give Alexandre Lacazette a new contract after sublime assist for Bukayo Saka

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Marc Mayo9 March 2022

Ian Wright has called on Arsenal to keep Alexandre Lacazette after the striker’s recent upturn in form.

The Frenchman is out of contract at the end of the campaign but has spearheaded the Gunners’ attack since Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s departure, including three assists in his last three games and a key role in the late winner against Wolves.

At Watford, Lacazette set up two goals including a backheel for Bukayo Saka which Arsenal legend Wright particularly enjoyed.

“It will be interesting to see how they do that,” the ex-striker said when discussing Lacazette’s contract on the Wrighty’s House podcast.

“His position is vitally important to everything we do, because look at those two assists and unless we get that person [in as a replacement], you think to yourself, ‘Maybe we could give Laca another year or two’.

“I think Laca has got to stay around. You can see with his little back flick, his little assist. Man is feeling the vibe.”

Mikel Arteta stated last month that he “did not know” what would happen with Lacazette’s contract.

As Standard Sport reported on Wednesday, Arsenal are plotting a fresh transfer overhaul in the summer including moves for two new strikers.

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