As mentioned constantly over the past six months, Arsenal's top priority in the transfer market lies in two demanding positions within Mikel Arteta's squad. Central midfield and out wide.
Fabio Vieira and Marquinhos were signed in the summer but are both viewed as key players for the future, meaning further reinforcements are required ahead of a busy 2023. The Gunners have been linked with a list of players in either position, setting up an intense January transfer window for Edu and Arteta.
When Emile Smith Rowe had undergone surgery to repair a damaged tendon in his groin in September, only Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Jesus, Gabriel Martinelli, Eddie Nketiah and Reiss Nelson were available for selection in the Premier League - instantly increasing links to Shakhtar Donetsk's Mykhaylo Mudryk and Crystal Palace's Wilfried Zaha
