Mikel Arteta reiterated on Friday that Arsenal are actively seeking to sign a striker, admitting they “lack options” as the January transfer window nears its close.
Serious injuries to forwards Gabriel Jesus and Bukayo Saka have heightened concerns over Arsenal’s goal-scoring capabilities as they strive to close the gap on Premier League leaders Liverpool.
The Gunners remain the only club in the Premier League’s top six without a player in double figures for goals this season — Kai Havertz leads with just eight league goals.
Arteta addressed the need for reinforcements ahead of Arsenal’s visit to struggling Wolves on Saturday.
“We’ve lost two very, very important players, Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Jesus, so we lack goals, we lack personnel, we lack options in the front line. It’s clear,” Arteta said.
“If we can get the right player, that’s what we are actively looking for. Any player? No — someone who makes us…
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