Ex-England striker Gary Lineker (Picture: Getty)Gary Lineker has claimed it would be ‘game over’ for Arsenal’s Premier League title rivals if Mikel Arteta signed long-term transfer target Julian Alvarez. Arsenal’s bizarre record in the final third was highlighted after Sunday’s deflating 3-2 defeat to Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium. Arsenal are top of both the Premier League and Champions League despite the fact no Gunners player has more than five goals so far this season. He’s a bit streaky – when he’s on he’s on but when he’s off he a bit of a confidence player. Overall, we’re just not too happy with the performance.’Arsenal face Champions League minnows Kairat next while Manchester United return to Premier League action next weekend against Fulham.

Source: Metro January 26, 2026 07:15 UTC