Former Arsenal and France defender William Gallas has advised Arsenal to avoid signing Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen, citing potential personality clashes with manager Mikel Arteta, according to Soccernet. The warning adds weight to the idea that Osimhen might be too big for the bench at the Emirates.
- Gallas said Osimhen’s temperament may not align with Arteta’s strict dressing room culture.
- The ex-defender recommended Alexander Isak or Viktor Gyökeres as better tactical fits.
- Osimhen has scored 85 goals in 112 club games across Napoli and Galatasaray in three seasons.
- Arsenal will face Manchester United in their opening 2025/26 Premier League match on August 17.
Being too big for the bench means carrying more fire than the system can handle. Osimhen brings goals, hunger, and personality — but in Arteta’s carefully measured locker room, that heat could burn bridges before scoring points.
When have you felt too big for the bench, told your strength was a threat rather than an asset?
Sources: Soccernet, Prime Casino
