Arsenal news LIVE: Nketiah sends Arteta message after Jesus injury as White and Partey return to training for Gunners

EDDIE NKETIAH has sent a message to Mikel Arteta, informing him that he can be relied upon amid Gabriel Jesus’ absence.

It is also understood that White has been unhappy in the camp alongside struggling to mix with his Three Lions teammates.

Meanwhile, Gunners boss Mikel Arteta has hinted at buying a new striker in January to replace injured Gabriel Jesus.

He said after his side’s 3-0 win over Lyon: “What we can do after that when we know the timescale better and we know when we can have him back we will look at the options and try to make the right decisions.

“I feel my squad is really good, and unfortunately we’ve had injuries, but we will see what we can do to be stronger.”

And Arsenal have reportedly set their sights on Porto star Pepe – but they could have to battle Chelsea for his signature.

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