Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo was on the radar of Premier League giants Arsenal this summer.
The Gunners had been linked to another Bees player for the past months - Ivan Toney.
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However, when the transfer window neared its close, it was Mbeumo not Toney getting their attention.
Per The Mail, the Gunners considered putting in a bid, but eventually changed their mind.
Instead of going for Mbeumo, who would have cost a hefty fee, they chose to loan Raheem Sterling from Chelsea.
Sterling will provide them with attacking depth, as he can play through the middle and on either flank.