Arsenal are only three weeks from being able to delve back into the transfer market after a brilliant first half of the Premier League campaign. The Gunners have been heavily linked with a number of strikers following Gabriel Jesus’ injury.
The Brazilian was forced to withdraw from the World Cup following their group stage clash with Cameroon, undergoing knee surgery that has left him sidelined for a number of months. Arsenal are now on the hunt for Jesus’ replacement as they look to maintain their place at the top of the table.
Elsewhere, they continue to look to strengthen the rest of their squad and have been linked with some top defenders and midfielders ahead of next month. With Arsenal seemingly ready to splash the cash, we take a look at how their starting XI could look after transfer deadline day...
9. Gabriel Martinelli
Martinelli has been a key part of Arsenal’s attack this season, scoring five goals and providing two assists in the Premier League. | Getty Images
10. Bukayo Saka
Saka has been one of Arsenal’s best players this season and continued his form into the World Cup - netting three goals in four games. The winger is likely to be one of the first names on the Gunners’ team-sheet. | Getty Images
11. Joao Felix
The Portugal international is one of a number of forwards linked with Arsenal. Atletico Madrid have already confirmed they will look to offload the 23-year-old next month after scoring 33 goals in 129 appearances. | Getty Images