Arsenal is looking to make moves ahead of the transfer deadline, with plans to bid for playmaker Merino who has one year left on his Real Sociedad contract. The team is also interested in 22-year-old Williams, despite his desire to remain in Spain. Another potential addition is Gyokeres, a former Coventry City striker who has had a successful stint with Sporting Lisbon. Talks are also ongoing for Bentley, who has one year left on his contract with Wolves, although Arsenal’s initial offer of £50k was deemed low by their Premier League rivals.

Arsenal’s pursuit of these players could be a part of their strategy for strengthening their attacking options and title ambitions.