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Mikel Arteta's Arsenal are reportedly pushing to make a big money signing in the January transfer window.
Arsenal are reportedly pushing hard to sign Athletic Club's Nico Williams this month.
According to reports, The Gunners have been in talks with the player's agent and are ready to trigger his €58 million release clause in what will be seen as a statement transfer for the title contenders.
Manager Mikel Arteta has been searching for an upgrade on his left-wing options and Williams would provide an instant improvement, as well as elite creativity and winning mentality.
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Another key factor is the price, as he would be a more affordable option for Arsenal compared to another target, AC Milan's Rafael Leao, who comes with a hefty price tag of €75-€80 million.
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The urgency to strengthen Arsenal's squad has increased with Bukayo Saka's injury, which will keep him out for up to three months.
Saka's absence leaves a significant shortage of creativity and the current depth in wide positions is a concern for Arteta.
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Arsenal's current wide options are Gabriel Martinelli, Leandro Trossard, Ethan Nwaneri, and Raheem Sterling in the wide areas.
Sterling has struggled with injuries since arriving on loan from Chelsea, and Martinelli has failed to impress consistently.
The Gunners were interested in Williams in the summer when he was widely expected to move to Barcelona, but the 22-year-old decided to stay in Bilbao for one season.
It remains to be seen whether he will be tempted by a mid-season move to the Premier League.
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