Former Arsenal defender Mikael Silvestre believes Alexandre Lacazette will benefit Arsene Wenger's side.

The Lyon forward, who bagged 37 goals in all competitions last season, is available for £57m, according to club president Jean-Michel Aulas.

"He is very active, he can play both sides, technically he is very gifted and he has been scoring 25, 30 goals for the last four years in the French league so he is a proven goalscorer," Silvestre told talkSPORT.

"In terms of adaptability to Arsenal's style, he has all the qualities.

"He is very intelligent, he can make up the play with Ozil, with Ramsey, with Welbeck.

"I think he would be a great addition for Arsenal. And he speaks French!"