Arsenal 'could make January move for 55-goal star happen' at the Emirates

Arsenal could lure PSV Eindhoven star Cody Gakpo to the Emirates Stadium in January after they chose against strengthening their interest in the summer, according to journalist Paul Brown.

Although Gunners boss Mikel Arteta spent close to £120million during the most recent transfer window, it seems he has set his sights on bolstering his attacking options at the turn of the year.

According to The Athletic, Arsenal are among a number of clubs pushing to sign Gakpo and PSV are open to offloading their talisman if a suitable offer arrives in January.

The report suggests the nine-cap Netherlands international is not interested in a move to Leeds United, although the Yorkshire side came close to reaching an agreement with his current employers a matter of weeks ago, while Real Madrid and Manchester United have also been linked.

AC Milan are reportedly tracking Gakpo’s progress as well, although they are mindful of the fact his price tag could increase considerably by performing well at the upcoming World Cup in Qatar.

It was revealed in August that PSV's valuation of the winger stood at £38.4million, while Southampton failed with a proposal worth £21.4million.

Although they have already been knocked back in their efforts to acquire Gakpo, it is understood that Leeds are planning to push for his signature at the turn of the year after he has been identified as the club’s top target.

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Brown believes Arsenal could have won the race for Gakpo's signature during the summer transfer window if they had headed to the negotiating table.

But the journalist still feels a move to the capital may be on the cards in the coming