Journalist Alex Crook has revealed that Arsenal are 'monitoring developments' with Brighton and Hove Albion winger Leandro Trossard.

The Lowdown: Mudryk first?

There have been recent reports that Arsenal are continuing talks with Shakhtar Donetsk over the signing of winger Mykhaylo Mudryk, with a fee not yet agreed between the two clubs.

Personal terms would not be an issue, as the player has expressed his desire to move to the Emirates Stadium, so now it is about the structure of Arsenal's bid.

Mikel Arteta's side may not stop there in terms of January recruits though, as they look to chase down the Premier League title.

The Latest: Trossard monitored

Taking to Twitter, Crook has revealed that the Gunners are also 'monitoring developments' with Trossard, although they face competition from North London rivals Tottenham Hotspur for his signature:

"Led to believe #THFC interest in Trossard is genuine. No firm bids yet. Is under contract until 2024 after #BHAFC triggered a year's option as revealed on @talkSPORT last week. I'm told #AFC also monitoring developments. No interest from Graham Potter and #CFC at this stage."

The Verdict: Get it done?

Given that Emile Smith Rowe has only just come back from a lengthy injury lay-off, and both Gabriel Jesus and Reiss Nelson are also on the treatment table, Arsenal could do with some more firepower in the squad alongside the potential signing of Mudryk.

Hailed as 'unreal' by Rio Ferdinand, and a 'wizard' by Brighton podcaster Charlie Haffenden, Trossard was immense before the break for the FIFA World Cup in Qatar, with seven goals and three assists in the Premier League, including a hat-trick in a 3-3 draw against Liverpool at Anfield (Transfermarkt).

The Belgium international seems to have lost his starting place recently, which could help push through a move, and with his top-flight experience, the 28-year-old would be a shrewd pick-up by the Gunners.