Arsenal had been heavily linked with Wolves striker Matheus Cunha, but it seems Arteta has now turned his attentions to the Aston Villa forward. Villa have completed a deal for Dutch striker Donyell Malen and are being heavily linked with moves for Chelsea duo Axel Disasi and Joao Felix.

Arsenal have turned their attention to Ollie Watkins as they try and secure January reinforcements for Mikel Arteta's attack. Villa have rejected a bid from the Gunners for their striker with the end of the winter transfer window looming less than a week away.

Mikel Arteta is eager for Arsenal to strengthen their squad before the January transfer window closes - even if they cannot sign a new striker. Arteta has stressed the need for the Gunners to add an attacker after Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Jesus suffered injuries.