Arsenal have been in talks with Shakhtar Donetsk over the signing of Mykhaylo Mudryk for some time. The Gunners have already had two official offers knocked back but continue to push ahead in the hope of agreeing on a deal to sign the winger before the January window closes.
Mikel Arteta has identified Mudryk as his priority for the winter and football.london understands that talks are ongoing and progressing positively. The winger has made it clear his preference is a switch to the Emirates Stadium and the Arsenal boss has spoken openly about his belief that players will move where they want to play.
He told football.london ahead of the Oxford United game: "Valuations have to be made between the selling club and the buying club, and it is difficult, but it shows there are a lot of clubs with a lot of financial power to spend big amounts, and we have to compete with them. To be smart, we have to see good opportunities and we have to be attractive for players.
