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Alexandre Lacazette has Alexis Sanchez qualities: He's perfect for Arsenal - Silvestre
ARSENAL transfer target Alexandre Lacazette has some similar qualities to current Gunners star Alexis Sanchez, according to former defender Mikael Silvestre.
Mikael Silvestre: Lacazette would be IDEAL for Gunners
Lyon's Lacazette has been heavily linked with a move to Arsenal for a number of years and is once again this summer.
The France forward could replace compatriot Olivier Giroud at the Emirates, who is keen on an exit if another striker comes to the club.
Silvestre believes Lacazette would suit Arsenal's style of play if manager Arsene Wenger continues to prefer having a mobile centre-forward.
And thinks he would link up well with the creative midfielders Wenger has got at his disposal.
Alexandre Lacazette would be a perfect signing for Arsenal, says Mikael Silvestre
Alexandre Lacazette has a little bit of Alexis Sanchez in terms of movement, he's very active
"I think Arsene has switched the way he sees strikers, now he wants more movement, that's what I think Olivier Giroud was on the bench most of the time," former Arsenal and Manchester United defender Silvestre said on talkSPORT.
"Lacazette has a little bit of Sanchez in terms of movement, he's very active.
"He can play both sides as well, technically very gifted and he's been scoring 25-30 goals for the last four years in the French Ligue 1.
Alexandre Lacazette could replace France team-mate Olivier Giroud at Arsenal
"He's a proven goalscorer no doubt and in terms of adaptability to Arsenal's style, he has everything.
"The qualities, he's very intelligent, he can link up the play with all the players, with (Mesut) Ozil, with (Aaron) Ramsey, with (Danny) Welbeck.
"I think it would be a great addition for Arsenal to be honest and he speaks French."
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