Arsenal face a big problem ahead of the January transfer window it seems.
Mikel Arteta has to act when the January transfer window opens, if he is to have any chance of guiding his side to the Premier League title and/or Champions League glory.
Specifically, Arsenal need to sign a proven forward with their stuttering forward line having become far too predictable.
This season has not gone to plan at all for the Gunners.
The funds are there, it's just a matter of whether or not Arteta is able to find the right man for the job.
Well, he's definitely out there, but the Gunners boss will seemingly have to act fast.
According to a report from Il Mattino, Napoli are keen to sign John Duran from Aston Villa in January.
That's bad news for Arsenal, with Mikel Arteta allegedly keen to bring the young striker to The Emirates (Antena 2).
Described as a 'world-class' forward by Yahoo, the 21-year-old is well on the way to becoming one of the very best and most feared attackers in world football.
He possesses blistering pace, incredible movement and he is an elite finisher.
Duran has bagged 11 goals in 24 games for Aston Villa this season, and he has played just 864 minutes of football!
It was recently claimed by Antena 2 that Unai Emery is prepared to sell the Colombia international in the January transfer window.
And now with Napoli chasing John Duran, Arsenal had better act fast if they want to bring the Aston Villa front-man to north London.
He's valued at around £40 million according to The Times, and he would take Arsenal to a whole new level with his unpredictability.
Signing Duran in January should be a no-brainer for the Gunners.