Arsenal transfer news: Alexandre Lacazette reveals he is trying to persuade Antoine Griezmann to join him at the Emirates
The 26-year-old has impressed for Arsene Wenger's men since joining from Lyon in the summer, where he has netted four times in the Premier League
ALEXANDRE LACAZETTE has revealed he wants his close pal Antoine Griezmann to join him at Arsenal.
The Gunners striker, 26, has scored four goals since his £46.5million move to the Emirates from Lyon.
But Lacazette would love his French team-mate Griezmann to leave Atletico Madrid and team up with him in North London.
Speaking to Match of the Day magazine, the hitman said: “We are very good friends and have lots of fun.
“Our nicknames for each other are Griezzy and Lacaz.
“If Griezzy visits me in London, I’m going to ask him to sign for Arsenal!
"We have a good chemistry and don’t need to talk to understand each other’s movements on the pitch."
Lacazette also admits he has been stunned by his strike competition in England – and thinks he will struggle to win the Golden Boot.
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He said: “The main difference between here and France is there are A LOT of very good strikers here – Harry Kane, Romelu Lukaku, Sergio Aguero, Gabriel Jesus, Jamie Vardy, Alvaro Morata.
“It’s going to be a challenge!”
Lacazette insists he has quickly settled to life in London – but he has not adapted to the food.
He added: “Someone told me to avoid English food as it’s not very good for footballers!"
To read the full interview, pick up a copy of Match of the Day Magazine this Tuesday or visit www.motdmag.com
