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.

Unai Emery says Ollie Watkins is ‘happy to stay’ at Aston Villa and will not join Premier League rivals Arsenal this January transfer window. Earlier this week, Arsenal make an audacious bid to sign England striker Watkins in an effort to rejuvenate their struggling attack.

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