Arsenal are in the market for a new striker in the January transfer window as they look to close the gap to Liverpool at the top of the Premier League.

Mikel Arteta said his Arsenal side are in need of January reinforcements as they lost further ground on league leaders Liverpool after blowing a two-goal advantage over Aston Villa.

Arsenal could finally be able to confirm their first January addition but it may not be exactly what Mikel Arteta wants. Injuries have impacted the Gunners boss significantly in recent weeks with only four senior attackers available and a fresh defensive blow emerging before Saturday's Premier League clash against Aston Villa.

Arsenal are ramping up their efforts to sign a new striker in the January transfer window, with Mikel Arteta considering making a £70m move for a long-term target