Gift Orban: Bologna targets Nigerian striker as replacement for Arsenal-bound Zirkzee

Italian Serie A outfit Bologna have set their sights on Nigerian striker Gift Orban, according to reports.

The club has identified the 21-year-old as a potential replacement for Joshua Zirkzee, who is on Arsenal's radar ahead of the summer transfer window.

Orban, who has yet to make a senior appearance for the Super Eagles, currently plies his trade for Olympique Lyonnais in French Ligue 1.

Since joining Lyon from the Jupiler League in January, the forward has scored 3 goals in 16 appearances.

Considering his current role as a backup to former Arsenal striker Alexandre Lacazette, Orban might be open to a move to Serie A.

Additionally, Bologna's qualification for the UEFA Champions League, having finished 3rd in Serie A this season, could be an enticing prospect for the young striker.

🚨 𝗢𝗥𝗕𝗔𝗡 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗜̂𝗧 𝗔̀ 𝗨𝗡 𝗖𝗟𝗨𝗕 𝗜𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗘𝗡

Bologne, actuel 3ème de Série A, songerait à Gift Orban pour remplacer leur buteur néerlandais Joshua Zirkzee.

Seriez-vous prêt à lâcher le nigérian à peine 6 mois après son arrivée ?

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