Arsenal are eyeing Newcastle United winger Hatem Ben Arfa for the January market. Caughtoffside reports the Gunners are growing ever more concerned that Theo Walcott will refuse to sign a new deal at the Emirates, increasing the likelihood he will be sold in the upcoming transfer window.

And, as a result, boss Arsene Wenger is ready to step up his pursuit of fellow Frenchman Ben Arfa, according to reports.

Wenger will hope the 25-year-old can provide a more clinical edge to Arsenal's attack, after the summer sale of Robin van Persie has left his side struggling for goals at some points this season.