The Cameroonian is hopeful of a return to Europe and would jump at the chance to join the Gunners
Christian Bassogog has revealed his love for Arsenal and a desire to play in the Premier League ahead of the January transfer window.
The striker joined Chinese Super League club Henan Jianye from Danish side Aalborg in 2017 after winning the Africa Cup of Nations with Cameroon and being named the player of the tournament.
However, he has expressed his ambition to play in the Premier League, with Arsenal in particular the club he would most like to join.
"Yes, it's still a dream for me to come back to Europe," Bassogog said exclusively to Goal.
"I would like to play in the biggest league in the world, in the Premier League. My favourite club since I was very small is Arsenal. I like playing with the ball and this club suits me. When I was a child, Thierry Henry was a model for me. It's someone who impressed me a lot."
Following a serious ankle injury to Danny Welbeck, Arsenal could well be in the market for a forward in January and Bassogog will hope to turn the club's attentions to him. He has scored six goals and registered three assists this season.
Bassogog also spoke about Cameroon's appointment of Patrick Kluivert and Clarence Seedorf as coaches for the national side, which he believes to be a positive move for the nation.
"From a personal point of view, I think it's a very good thing. These are two great legends. They will motivate young players to surpass themselves.
"Their work will pay with time, so don't judge now. As Cameroonians, we want results now but it takes time. What this duo has to transmit to us is a new rigour. because today observers say that we have lost this concentration. From inside, I assure you that what they will allow the team to move on the right track."
Alongside Thierry Henry, Bassogog spoke of a more local hero who inspired him in his footballing career.
"Few people know this but [Samuel Eto'o] is someone who inspired me because we left the same neighbourhood in Douala. He lives and breathes just for this sport. He gave a lot of happiness to Cameroon. This is an example for me and the nation. I don't have words to describe this man."
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grand pa wants to go to the premiere league [Crylaugh][Crylaugh][Crylaugh][Crylaugh] this Cameroonian boy is older than James milner but has reduced his ages with atleast 15 years
RamaZhu
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cheer on
zamailsuz
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It must not be the Bassogog I knew during this last African cup of nations who was named as the best player of the tournament, must it? That looked to be the oldest in that tournament and yet they said he was 19 at that time. it was the joke of the century.
Are you the woman that gave birth to him? How can you guess or suggest his age?
toebdlsu
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Arsenal doesn't want average players like u. Thx keep trying other teams.
kenkom
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I like it u can come at arsenal
abdikarimulki
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we desperately need him he is an upgrade of mkhi and iwobi his dribbling is amazing and he is left footed and we dont have left winger so he will establish himself as a starter if he comes and i wish arsenal to lure him in january
vaukmrsu
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like seriously
wecbmnst
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Best wishes bro...and let your dreams come true..
shankah
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he is right for arsenal he's a very good player and I think he can help make arsenal the best team in the premier league. we don't want if he gets in the league he's our biggest problem like Ronaldo
Tiybclnpyz
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be the best fan of Arsenal
OnileArsenal
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You are an Arsenal fan but you can't fit in now but I love you bro
rabzee
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he can establish him self
ndikumateh
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if i were him i will not move to arsenal at this time because the bench awaits
Viyalnprtz
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arsenal are the best
weclmpz
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he is a true fan of arsenal but can't fit in the time.
macclruz
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Trust me he's a fan of Arsenal but can't fit in the team now.
Ladaceops
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we welcome any best
Hivyondivyo
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everyone has his best team and his team is ars
Nawaciknz
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, .Its true he may not even fit in team c but he can start from team e if at all there is a team e. let's stop making annoying comments I'm a die heart fan of Arsenal
frksteven
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all the best
zomeinorst
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I pray he comes to Arsnl
Lewbdlnot
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u can't make even our team c plz stop dreaming. try somewhere else
Gunner_Ye_Gyi
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Warmly Welcome from Gunner's Land.
Lenacemopy
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it's never to late may be we can for go Dembele for you this January
Jsmooth
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This is what we need. Players who really want to be at the club. Emery sign him
jeaabdips
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please come
waycimt
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It must not be the Bassogog I knew during this last African cup of nations who was named as the best player of the tournament, must it? That looked to be the oldest in that tournament and yet they said he was 19 at that time. it was the joke of the century.
Just keep your records to yourself Mr Minster of birth and death record.
pathiam
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It must not be the Bassogog I knew during this last African cup of nations who was named as the best player of the tournament, must it? That looked to be the oldest in that tournament and yet they said he was 19 at that time. it was the joke of the century.
Bayeklnsy
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we want you please come to arsenal 👌👌👌
zuakostu
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you will be welcome. I know you are equal to the task.
Sokanola
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Dreams come true, keep believing.
Alakiri
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Congratulations
Woceinos
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You deserve it
TinyBacteria
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We would love to have you !
Cudikmnz
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we hope so I like to see you playing alone side your African brother Alex iwobi
Jodekmors
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you will be highly welcomed
Yesbcet
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its very nicely jus come to arsenal with sakes of goals we will appreciate you without doubt.
Liuabiptu
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as my best Cameroonian player who made me proud of my Nation, I do believe strongly in me that Christian Bassogog will do his best in Arsenal, I'm strongly behind you.