Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed the club are actively working to sign a forward during the January transfer window following injuries to key attackers Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Jesus.
The Spaniard admitted strengthening the attack has become a priority as the Gunners continue their Premier League title challenge.
Arsenal defeated Tottenham Hotspur 2-1 in the North London derby, but Arteta acknowledged the squad needs additional firepower to cope with the long-term absence of two important players.
Softfootball understands the club are exploring options in the market as they look to improve their attacking depth before the transfer window closes.
Speaking after the victory, Arteta said:
Yes, for sure, because we lost two big players – Bukayo, who could be out for up to three months, and then Gabby, who will be out for a long, long, long time.
He added:
We are actively looking. We will try. Let’s see what we can get.
Arsenal’s latest win moved them within four points of Premier League leaders Liverpool, increasing the importance of strengthening the squad as the title race intensifies.
