Mikel Arteta reiterated on Friday that Arsenal are actively seeking to sign a striker, admitting they “lack options” as the January transfer window nears its close. Serious injuries to forwards Gabriel Jesus and Bukayo Saka have heightened concerns over Arsenal’s goal-scoring capabilities as they strive to close the gap on Premier League leaders Liverpool.

Manchester City legend, Sergio Aguero has backed Arsenal to win the Premier League title ‘sooner rather than later’. Aguero also dismissed the suggestion that Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta should be under pressure at Arsenal.

I’m sure winning the Premier League is their end goal, and I believe it’s bound to happen sooner rather than later.’ While Arsenal are currently second in the Premier League, they are not showing the impressive consistency they did over the past two seasons.