Mikel Arteta refused to answer a question on Arsenal's pursuit of Mykhailo Mudryk at his pre-match press conference on Friday.
The Gunners are interested in signing Mudryk, 21, from Shakhtar Donetsk this month. The Ukraine international is enjoying a superb season, scoring 10 goals and providing eight assists in all competitions, and has four years remaining on his existing deal.
It's believed Arsenal have seen a £55million bid rejected by Shakhtar, with the Ukrainian club demanding £85m for their prized asset. Much has been said about Mudryk's ability, with Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi naming him as a future Ballon d'Or candidate.
