Arsenal made some big strides in the first half of their clash at home to Chelsea on Sunday afternoon but the second half perhaps highlighted the clear signs that the Gunners need to start a major rebuild in the January transfer window.
Mikel Arteta plans to make a big impact for Arsenal in terms of results but for now he is yet to taste victory since taking over as the long-term replacement for Unai Emery.
The Gunners took the lead against Chelsea thanks to Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's strike but goals from Jorginho and Tammy Abraham saw the Blues prevail.
It leaves Arsenal fans with plenty to ponder ahead of the upcoming transfer window and here are some of the players that Arteta could be bringing on board as he prepares to make some changes at the Emirates.
Arsenal and Tottenham set for bidding war
Arsenal and Tottenham are preparing to lock horns as they target the same player ahead of the January transfer window.
Both sides have struggled defensively at times this season and Arsenal in particular should be looking to add more quality.
Dayot Upamecano is a man who Arsenal are reportedly targeting as Mikel Arteta attempts to sort out his team's defensive issues after 31 goals conceded in 20 Premier League games this term.
The Express state that both Arsenal and Spurs are 'seriously considering' £50 million bids for RB Leipzig star in January.
That is the value the defender holds in Germany according to the report, with the two London clubs said to be undeterred by the fee.
Boateng identified but Arsenal have back-up plan
When it comes to improving their defence, it seems Arsenal have plenty of options if the latest reports are to be believed.
It's not just Upamecano that the Gunners are chasing, with two more names to add to their defender search list.
The Daily Star are reporting that out-of-favour Bayern Munich defender Jerome Boateng could be available in January and Arsenal are eyeing his signature.
However, should that deal not come off for Mikel Arteta and the Gunners, Juventus' Daniele Rugani is said to be another target for the Londoners.
City win race for Arsenal target
Manchester City are expected to beat Arsenal, Manchester United and Liverpool to the signing of Barcelona young gun Juan Larios.
Barca Academy director Patrick Kluivert says that the left-back has made his mind up on his future. Larios turns 16 on January 12 when he may sign his future professional contract with City.
Kluivert said, per the Daily Star: "Letting a player go away is a great shame. If players don’t want to be in Barcelona, that’s it. What can I do if they don’t want to stay?"
