In the grand scheme of things, arsenal They have risen rapidly up the football ladder in recent years.

Mikel Arteta Taking the north Londoners from mid-table mediocrity to real challengers Premier League and Champions League.

However, this season feels like a step backwards after last season’s 2-0 defeat to Newcastle United League Cup During the week it looked like they might once again end the season without a trophy.

Wednesday’s performance on the pitch was disappointing, including from Leandro Trossardwhich received a reasonable 5/10 match rating Simon Collins from The Standard.

The Belgian has been underwhelming all season so it’s no surprise that recent reports suggested the club would find an exciting winger to replace him.

Arsenal chasing Trossard replacement

according to Latest reports from SpainArsenal are one of several teams interested in Deportivo La Coruña’s star winger Jeremiah Hernandez.

According to reports, in addition to the Gunners, Premier League teams Manchester United, Chelsea and Newcastle United are all interested in the young Spaniard, and scouts are already paying close attention to him.

While the level of competition may be a barrier to signing him, his price likely won’t, As another report from Spain It was revealed earlier this week that the Galician outfit had set a €20m release clause in his contract, which works out to around £17m.

A move could be difficult, but given Hernandez’s performances this season, the potential some believe he possesses, and Arsenal’s desperate need for attacking reinforcements, it’s worth pursuing, even if it might cost Te… Rosad brings trouble.

How does Hernandez compare to Trossard?

So, after his glorious return, it’s no secret. 17 goals and 2 assists Trossard made 46 appearances last season and has been very disappointing this year.

As things stand, the Belgium international has just one goal to his name Scored four goals and provided three assists In 28 games, he went from averaging a goal every 2.42 games last year to averaging a goal every four games this year.

The former Brighton & Hove Albion ace can’t put the drop in production down to bad luck either, as his underlying numbers have also deteriorated significantly.

For example, according to FBref, he is at the top of the list 3% attacking midfielders or wingers Non-penalty expected goals in the Premier League last season, and this year he tops the list The same indicator is 36%.

In short, the 30-year-old international appears to be rapidly losing his edge, and that’s where the exciting Hernandez can come into play.

Now, the 22-year-old has no previous experience in the top flight, so there is a risk in signing him, but he has performed well this season.

For example, after just 17 appearances, the rookie who was described as “excellent” Respected analyst Ben MartinsonScored 7 goals and provided 3 assists, averaging 1 goal every 1.70 games.

Additionally, his underlying stats are astonishing.

According to FBrefIn the next 14 games, his actual and expected non-penalty goals, total shots, progressive dribbles, successful receptions, touches in the opponent’s penalty area and other data (all calculated based on 90 points) are Ranked in the top 1% of midfielders.

Ultimately, Trossard’s days as a compelling option out wide for Arsenal look to be numbered, and while there’s some risk involved in signing Hernandez, his raw output and underlying numbers are so good that it’s worth it Take the risk.

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