Arsenal are weighing up a shock move for Crystal Palace left-back Patrick van Aanholt, according to reports.
The January transfer window closes on Monday and the Gunners are looking to secure some natural cover for Kieran Tierney.
The Scotland international has been one of Arsenal’s standout performers this season, but he has struggled with injuries of late.
Cedric Soares has deputised for Tierney in Arsenal’s last two Premier League games, but he is more comfortable on the right side of the defence.
Bukayo Saka has played at left-back in the past but is now one of the team’s most important attacking players.
The Dutchman was part of Palace’s starting XI for the 1-0 victory over Wolves on Saturday.
The former Chelsea left-back is out of contract in the summer and should be available for a knock-down fee before Monday’s deadline.
Meanwhile, Arteta believes Saturday’s 0-0 draw with Manchester United - a result which extended his side’s unbeaten run to seven games - was a just outcome.
"I thought it was a fair result," he said. "It was a big battle, both teams wanted to win, and it was a really competitive match.
“They had some moments in the first half, and we had the biggest moments in the second half, but to make the difference you need to score when we had the big chances we had."
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