Throw injuries into the mix and it has only fast-forwarded the need for Arsenal to make a transfer approach for Nico Williams. The Athletic Bilbao star has a release clause in his deal around the £50million mark, which could make a deal affordable and easy to trigger.

Latest Arsenal transfer news as the chance to sign Nico Williams couldn't be greater for Mikel Arteta in the January transfer window

Arsenal have won the race to sign Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi, beating the likes of Manchester City and Liverpool to the Spain midfielder’s signature. According to Mail Sport the Gunners have virtually agreed a £51 million deal,