Why Arsenal smashed transfer record for Lacazette – Wenger

Arsenal manager, Arsene Wenger, has revealed exactly what he saw in Alexandre Lacazette, which made him sanction a club record £52million deal for the player.
The 26-year-old has signed for the Gunners from Lyon on a five-year contract. His bumper £200,000-per-week deal, will make him the top earner at the Emirates.

“We are very happy to have Alexandre join our group.

“He has shown over a number of years that he can score goals and that he is a very efficient finisher. As well, he has very interesting technical qualities and a strong character.
“He is a guy who is a great addition for us, and someone who will help us challenge at the top level this season,” Wenger told the club’s official website.