Arsenal have turned their attentions to two transfer targets on deadline day after Leicester rejected their attempts to sign Youri Tielemans.
The Gunners have been hit by a wave of injuries, though remain top of the Premier League. They have won all five of their opening games so far this season, claiming a narrow win over Aston Villa to maintain that run on Wednesday night.
A serious injury to Mohamed Elneny, a thigh issue for Thomas Partey and a knee problem for Oleksandr Zinchenko has left Mikel Arteta with just two fit central midfielders. Arteta has always been keen to bring in another midfielder, though his attempts are now set to accelerate.
