Premier League 2019-20: 3 big-money signings who have failed to hit the ground running this season

Harry Maguire
Harry Maguire

#2 Nicolas Pepe

The attacker is yet to step up in North London
The attacker is yet to step up in North London

Arsenal broke their transfer record to secure the signing of Ivory Coast winger Nicolas Pepe this summer. The attacker earned a big move to the Emirates following an impressive campaign with SC Lille last season where he bagged 23 goals and 12 assists in 41 appearances.

Given his price tag and potential, it is normal that the Gunners faithful expect a lot from him. Unfortunately for both parties, Pepe is yet to start delivering the goods in North London. He's been a mere shadow of the player he was in the French league.

The Ivory Coast International has recorded just a goal and two assists to his name from 10 appearances in the Premier League so far this season. He's been accused of spurring decent goalscoring chances on multiple occasions.

However, Pepe showed us what he is capable of with a spectacular brace in Arsenal's recent Europa League triumph over Vitoria de Guimaraes. The Gunners will be hoping he produces such performances for them consistently in the Premier League.

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