Mikel Arteta has remained clear in his belief that Arsenal can achieve something special this season, but actions speak louder than words. And, if Arsenal’s approach for Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins tells us anything, it is that Arteta really does believe there is still plenty to play for.

Aston Villa's Ollie Watkins has been strongly linked with a move to Arsenal, and Gunners boss Mikel Arteta insists the Gunners are doing all they can to add to his squad

Alan Shearer has slammed Arsenal’s for their lack of activity in the transfer market and fears they have ‘hit the panic’ button by launching a late bid to sign Ollie Watkins from Aston Villa. The Gunners’ pursuit of a new of a new forward is set to go the wire after their initial bid,