Rio Ferdinand has urged Arsenal to pursue a loan move for Karim Benzema in an effort to solve their struggles in front of goal - with the former Real Madrid man underlining his desire to keep on playi

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has hinted at a new striker joining this month, after ex- Man Utd star Rio Ferdinand pressed him over the club's transfer plans.

Speaking ahead of the north London derby, Rio Ferdinand and Ally McCoist both named a striker Arsenal must sign to solve their current striker issues. The Gunners have been linked with many names in January already with reinforcements likely needed.

Arsenal stepped up in attack against Tottenham on Wednesday night as Leandro Trossard scored to inspire a 2-1 win in the North London Derby, but Mikel Arteta will know he still needs more depth up fro

Rio Ferdinand left Ally McCoist stunned by telling Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta to complete an incredible January transfer.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has revealed that the club is looking to bring in a new striker during the January transfer window. Arteta made the remarks while speaking to Rio Ferdinand after Arsenal’s 2-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League on Wednesday night.