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Ian Wright questions Arsenal's pursuit of Manchester United outcast Henrikh Mkhitaryan and striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang: 'It all feels panicky'

Arsenal legend Ian Wright believes his old club's decision to pursue Manchester United midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Borrusia Dortmund striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang 'all feels a bit panicky'.

The attacking duo, who played together at Borussia Dortmund, are set to be the men tasked with replacing star man Alexis Sanchez, who is preparing to leave the Gunners for Manchester United this month.

And while both have pedigree in Europe's elite competitions, former Arsenal striker Wright is adamant the moves feel 'forced' on the club.

Henrikh Mkhitaryan is expected to join Arsenal in a swap deal with Chile ace Alexis Sanchezu00a0
Henrikh Mkhitaryan is expected to join Arsenal in a swap deal with Chile ace Alexis Sanchez
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is also on Arsene Wenger's radar in a bid to boost his firepoweru00a0
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is also on Arsene Wenger's radar in a bid to boost his firepower

'Everything that is happening is being forced on them through other people,’ Wright told Sky Sports.