Mikel Arteta has admitted he is disappointed at Arsenal's failure to land a striker in the January transfer window as his side continues to chase Liverpool in the Premier League title race.

Mikel Arteta admits he was disappointed Arsenal did not sign a new striker but believes it is not a gamble in the club’s bid for Premier League glory. The Gunners ramped up their pursuit of a forward after Gabriel Jesus suffered a season-ending injury in their FA Cup exit against Manchester United on January 12.

Mikel Arteta has made it clear he is "disappointed" with Arsenal's business in the transfer window, at least in part.The Gunners did not bring in any new players before the deadline on February 3 despite being linked with a host of names.