Arsenal are now battling Tottenham Hotspur for the signature of a Real Madrid star, with both clubs conducting scouting missions.
Gunners battling Tottenham and Newcastle for new attacker
The Gunners made major improvements to their already fearsome attack during the summer transfer window, bringing in the likes of Eberechi Eze, Noni Madueke and Viktor Gyokeres, with the Swedish striker making an impressive start to life in north London.
Having pushed Liverpool and Manchester City close over the past three seasons, Mikel Arteta's side clearly have the quality to end their long wait for a Premier League title, and the manager's tactics are arguably the main thing holding them back.
After the 1-1 draw against Manchester City, Gary Neville criticised Arteta for his cautious approach to the game, saying: "He could have been more attacking at Anfield and he wasn’t and certainly against City from the start he could have been more attacking."
As such, Arteta adopting a more attacking mindset may be the key to the Gunners winning the league, but there has also now been a suggestion that the manager remains keen on improving his options in forward areas.
According to a report from Caught Offside, Arsenal are now battling Tottenham and Newcastle for the signature of Real Madrid star Arda Guler, who has emerged as a crucial player since the arrival of Xabi Alonso as manager.
Consequently, the Spanish giants have no desire to cash in on Guler, but that hardline stance hasn't halted the interest from elsewhere, with the Gunners sending scouts to watch the attacking midfielder in action in La Liga.
With Madrid expressing no interest in selling the 20-year-old, who is focused on his future at the club, it remains to be seen whether a deal is possible, but there is certainly interest on the north Londoners' behalf.
"Exceptional" Guler finding his form in La Liga
After a solid, if not spectacular, first season in Spain, during which the youngster picked up eight La Liga goal contributions, he has really started to find his form this season, picking up three goals and three assists in the opening seven matches.
The Turkey international is particularly adept at setting up chances for his teammates, while he is also an impressive passer of the ball, and strong at winning back possession.
Jose Mourinho has been left particularly impressed with the £87k-a-week starlet in the past, describing him as "exceptional", and he clearly has the ability to succeed at the Emirates Stadium, having established himself as a key player for Real Madrid.
That said, it will not be too disappointing if Arsenal miss out, given that they are already blessed with options in attacking midfield, having signed Eze in the summer.