2) Gonzalo Higuain – Napoli
Is Higuain really unsettled in Italy? Hard to say, but it’s been mooted for a seriously long time now. One of the most naturally gifted finishers in world football, Higuain makes up for a lack of blistering pace with a brilliant football brain and clever movement. He’d complement Daniel Sturridge up top excellently, and be able to spearhead the side on his own, too. Is it realistic? We’re not sure. Is it hugely ambitious? Certainly. But perhaps it’s time we showed some proper ambition in the transfer market.
1) Alexandre Lacazette – Lyon
For us, the Frenchman ticks all the boxes. He’s lightning fast, is happy to work the channels, and is a natural goalscorer. The 23-year-old is just entering his prime, and has bagged 13 Ligue 1 goals in 17 starts this term. He scores from outside and inside the box, and with Lyon strapped for cash – he’d unlikely break the bank. If we do move in for a forward in January, we should look no further than Lacazette – and probably should have moved for him as a priority this summer just gone.
