Arsenal 'will go ahead' in their attempts to sign Mykhaylo Mudryk with an offer on the way, according to journalist Dean Jones.

The Lowdown: Gunners leading title race...

The Gunners are currently leading Premier League champions Man City in the race for England's coveted domestic crown and it's safe to say this is a pretty exciting time at the Emirates.

Mikel Arteta has gradually nurtured a real optimism around the north London club amid their rise to the pinnacle of top flight football yet reports suggest sporting director Edu could strengthen their squad mid-season.

The likes of Evan N'dicka are said to be of interest to Arsenal heading into January, but according to Jones, one player who will be at the centre of a transfer push is the heavily-linked Mudryk.

The Latest: Arsenal set for Mudryk transfer bid...

Speaking to GiveMeSport, reporter Jones claims Arteta's side look certain to make a move with a bid potentially 'soon'.

He explained:

“I know the avenues of getting this done are already very open, so I think we’ll see a bid soon, to be honest.

“I think Arsenal will go ahead with this and try to get it done if it’s absolutely everything they are aiming for and a player of this type.”

The Verdict: Get it done...

Called 'special' by members of the media like broadcast journalist Buchi Laba, Mudryk has bagged 10 goals and two assists across 18 appearances in both the Ukranian first division and Champions League combined (WhoScored).

He is quickly emerging as one of Europe's breakthrough stars of 2022, attracting Arsenal's interest as a result and potentially a wave of other top sides.

Taking this into account, it's little wonder Shakhtar value their gem at a marquee £86 million.