Arsenal have been told to buy Gabriel Jesus or risk missing out on qualifying for the Champions League next season by club legend Paul Merson.
Mikel Arteta's side are firmly in the race to sign the versatile Manchester City striker, and are believed to now be favourites to land him after Tottenham's interest cooled.
Jesus would offer the side unpredictability in attack as a result of his ability to play anywhere across the frontline, but he may set back his potential suitors £50million.
Regardless, Arsenal are expected to push for the top four next campaign, with Merson issuing a stern message that their hopes rest solely on recruiting their target.