Arsenal are prioritising a move for Mykhaylo Mudryk as they look to conclude a deal before the end of the January transfer window. Shakhtar Donetsk are adamant that their star attacker will not leave unless the Gunners match their £88million asking price.
Arsenal sporting director Edu Gaspar has tabled two bids for Mudryk so far, with neither coming close to the Ukrainian outfit's valuation. The latest reports suggest the Kroenke family has now given Edu the funds to be able to submit a higher offer than their previous £62million bid, with Shakhtar easing their stance.
Gabriel Jesus' knee injury has left Mikel Arteta with just one senior striker in the form of Eddie Nketiah. The 23-year-old has scored four goals in his last four appearances, but the lack of depth in attack remains an issue for the Gunners - even with the return of Emile Smith Rowe from injury.
