Mikel Arteta has remained clear in his belief that Arsenal can achieve something special this season, but actions speak louder than words. And, if Arsenal’s approach for Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins tells us anything, it is that Arteta really does believe there is still plenty to play for.

Aston Villa's Ollie Watkins has been strongly linked with a move to Arsenal, and Gunners boss Mikel Arteta insists the Gunners are doing all they can to add to his squad

A Transfer Battle BrewingArsenal have made a bold move for Aston Villa’s star striker Ollie Watkins as Mikel Arteta seeks to strengthen his attacking force

Unai Emery says Ollie Watkins has told him he’s happy to stay at Villa. The England international has been subject of an offer from Arsenal but Emery had stated he is not for sale this month. Jhon Duran is close to completing a £75million move to Saudi Arabia, increasing Watkins’ importance to the team.

Alan Shearer has slammed Arsenal’s for their lack of activity in the transfer market and fears they have ‘hit the panic’ button by launching a late bid to sign Ollie Watkins from Aston Villa. The Gunners’ pursuit of a new of a new forward is set to go the wire after their initial bid,

James Olley gives insight on Arsenal's bid for Ollie Watkins and believes he would be in favour of a move to the Gunners.

Arsenal’s intention to make another approach to Aston Villa over Ollie Watkins has been confirmed by Fabrizio Romano.

Arsenal have left it late in the transfer window but they are trying to sign a striker. It was the case before Gabriel Jesus was ruled out for the season with injury and is still the case now. The timing of the news of a bid for Ollie Watkins should not be confused,

Ollie Watkins has emerged as a late transfer target for Arsenal after first reported by Secret Scout and the club have seen a bid in the region of £60million rejected by the club - football.london have been told that a bid was not made by the club on Wednesday,