One of the positions Arsenal feel they need more depth in is central midfield, with Palmeiras midfielder Danilo and Leicester City's Youri Tielemans their main transfer targets. Following injuries to Thomas Partey and Mohamed Elneny, the Gunners enquired about Aston Villa's Douglas Luiz but saw three bids rejected, with the Brazilian signing a new long-term contract.
In what is a surprise to many, Mikel Arteta's side are in a title race, and they currently sit top of the Premier League, five points clear of reigning champions Manchester City having won 12 of their 14 league games so far this season.
With the domestic season now paused with many Arsenal stars heading to the World Cup, Edu and Arteta can begin to make significant plans for their January business.
