Mikel Arteta has not ruled out the possibility of Arsenal making a move to sign a free agent in an attempt to solve their striker injury problem.

A detail to keep in mind is that former Arsenal sporting director Edu Gaspar looks set to play a leading role at the Greek club, alongside other teams owned by Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marianakis. Birmingham World have reported that Arsenal and Aston Villa have made contact with Olympiacos for both Kostoulas and Mouzakitis.

Despite a spate of injuries, Arsenal are unlikely to bolster their striking options by signing a free agent because of the calibre of players available. (Telegraph - subscription required) Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak and RB Leipzig forward Benjamin Sesko are among the players Arsenal are planning to move for in the summer transfer

Arsenal could sign a free agent to replace the injured Kai Havertz if they wish with Mikel Arteta's team currently short of options up-front

GIVEMESPORT senior correspondent Fabrizio Romano has shared an update on Arsenal signing a free agent striker following the injury to Kai Havertz.

Kai Havertz’s hamstring injury has sent shockwaves through Arsenal and Fabrizio Romano has revealed how the club intends to act on the transfer market as a response to the blow.