Ian Wright believes Mikel Arteta has been forced to rely too heavily on the creativity of Martin Odegaard and Bukayo Saka and Arsenal must look to strengthen in the January transfer window. Odegaard was sidelined for two months with an ankle ligament problem at the start of the season and it’s no coincidence that Arsenal’s revival in form over the winter period has coincided with their captain’s return to full fitness.

Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak received a warm reception from Arsenal supporters on his arrival at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday.

Latest Arsenal transfer news and rumours as Mikel Arteta's men continue to be linked with new attackers in the January transfer window

Arsenal want to sign a striker in the January transfer window, but Newcastle star Alexander Isak and Wolves' Matheus Cunha now appear to be out of reach this month

It’s 14 long years since Newcastle United returned to Tyneside with a victory against Arsenal in North London and the Magpies may have to wait to end that sorry streak when they face the Gunners in their Carabao Cup semi-final, first leg at the Emirates Stadium.

Newcastle striker Alexander Isak has been discussing his future amid transfer rumours linking him with a potential move to Arsenal.

Alexander Isak has brushed off rumours linking him with the likes of Arsenal and Liverpool and insists talk of a supposed £150million price tag ‘doesn’t really faze him too much’. The 25-year-old forward has enjoyed an outstanding start to the Premier League season, racking up 12 goals and four assists in his opening 17 appearances for Newcastle.

Alexander Isak has provided an update on his future at Newcastle United, sending Arsenal a clear message. The 25-year-old striker, who continues to be heavily linked with a move to the Emirates Stadium,