He’s scored twice in four starts since becoming our new No 9, and Arsène Wenger says he sees similarities between Alex Lacazette and club legend Ian Wright.
Saturday marks 26 years since Wright signed for the club - so which attributes do the two strikers share?
“There are similarities,” the manager told Arsenal Player. “Maybe Lacazette is a bit less aggressive than Ian Wright but hopefully he will get that because in England you have to survive. Up front is a very difficult position because you get harsh treatment sometimes.
“He looks to have shrewdness and overall I believe if the team plays well he looks always to be at the end of some interesting movements.