Arsenal now appear open to signing a new striker during January's transfer window after the season-ending injury suffered by Gabriel Jesus and amid Bukayo Saka's continued absence.

Flamengo are believed to have held talks with Jorginho and his representatives. But according to Brazilian newspaper O Dia, the financial demands laid out by the Arsenal man are ' out of touch '. Flamengo have therefore rejected his contract terms and sent a counter-offer to see if they can land Jorginho without breaking the bank.

The Slovenia international has been linked with several top clubs after impressing for RB Leipzig in the Bundesliga

The Gunners have a list of targets that they are monitoring heading into the summer transfer window, but their need for a proven goalscorer could speed things up

Arsenal could accelerate their plans to sign a top striker, with RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko under consideration by manager Mikel Arteta.

Latest Arsenal transfer news and gossip as RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko continue to be linked with a move to the Emirates Stadium

All the latest Arsenal transfer news in one place, including updates on Viktor Gyokeres, Benjamin Sesko and Alexander Isak.