Mikel Arteta has conceded that Arsenal have not spent as much on forwards as their rivals but says that bringing in an extra body is not guaranteed to improve the squad. Arsenal have failed to score or scored only once in 13 out of their 30 matches in all competitions this season and passed up several opportunities against Newcastle in the first-leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final against Newcastle.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta believes Manchester United will be a different proposition in Sunday's FA Cup third-round clash as a result of extra training time with Ruben Amorim.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta often comes under criticism for not signing prolific attackers. The Spaniard took charge of the Gunners just over five years ago. He has done a lot of good work on and off the pitch and has completely transformed the club.

The Gunners have come under pressure to sign a striker this month during the January transfer window after losing 2-0 to Newcastle in the first leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final first leg on Tuesday night. It was the 13th time in 30 games this season that Arsenal have either failed to register a goal or only scored once.

Arsenal, who face Manchester United in the FA Cup third round on Sunday afternoon, are on the hunt for players capable of making an instant impact in the January transfer window

I have so much support from the board. I continue to have it, and we are all seeking and willing to do the same thing, which is to win the maximum amount of football matches in the way that we want to play.

Mikel Arteta says there is a possibility that Arsenal could be active in the transfer market this month, but only if it is to bring in a player who can make an immediate impact in the first team. The Gunners are trying to hunt down Liverpool at the top of the Premier League table,