Arsenal have been credited with sustained interest in Crystal Palace captain Marc Guéhi in a further complication of Manchester City’s attempted January deal for the in-demand defender.

Premier League leaders Arsenal make the trip to Fratton Park this afternoon, with Pompey currently battling an injury crisis.

Premier League leaders Arsenal host third-place Aston Villa on Tuesday in a vital match in the title race. Unai Emery’s side, who are just three points behind the London club in the table, are in sensational form and a victory at the Emirates Stadium would be their 12th in a row in all competitions.

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Arsenal have seen countless fan favourites leave over the years but plenty of those players have had regrets after choosing pastures new

Viktor Gyokeres has come in for plenty of criticism after Arsenal’s goalless draw with Liverpool. The Swedish forward was signed to address the club’s lack of goals, but things haven’t really clicked so far this season.

Arsenal have agreed the framework of a new long-term contract with Bukayo Saka, sources have told ESPN. Both parties have been confident for several months that the 24-year-old would commit his future to the club and sources have indicated those negotiations are nearing a positive conclusion.