Arsenal reportedly believe a deal for Lyon 's Bruno Guimaraes will be too expensive this month as the loan for Juventus ' Arthur Melo edges ever closer.
The Gunners are keen to bolster their midfield during the January transfer window with both Thomas Partey and Mohamed Elneny currently away on international duty at the African Cup of Nations and Ainsley Maitland-Niles having joined Roma on loan for the rest of the season.
The north Londoners remain locked in talks with Juventus over a deal that would see Arthur join on a temporary basis, though reports in Italy claim the Bianconeri are looking to secure an 18-month loan.
