Arsenal manager Unai Emery has no intention of signing a striker during the January transfer window, despite losing Danny Welbeck to a badly broken ankle.
The Gunners have confirmed that their England international forward suffered “significant” damage during a Europa League clash with Sporting.
Welbeck is now facing a long road to recovery, while his contract is also running down, but cover will not be sought over the winter.
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Instead, Emery – who has overseen a 15-match unbeaten run across all competitions for his side – is looking to promote from within if Alexandre Lacazette and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang need a rest.