Mikel Arteta could be set to sign a top talent

Arsenal are gearing up to restart their title charge as the club return to Premier League duty. Mikel Arteta's squad will welcome Bournemouth on Saturday as the Gunners aim to stretch their advantage at the summit.

The side currently sit nine points ahead of rivals Manchester City, who have contested one fewer fixture than Arsenal. The forthcoming clash with the Cherries could boost the team's confidence following their dramatic victory over Sporting CP.

It proved a particularly emotional occasion for Viktor Gyokeres as the Swedish forward faced his former employers. Meanwhile, Arsenal will be scheming their strategy ahead of the summer transfer market and have been connected with a highly-regarded Brazilian youngster. Here, Daily Star Sport examines some of the stories surrounding the Gunners.

Viktor Gyokeres signed for Arsenal from Sporting CP last summer(Image: Bruno de Carvalho/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images)

Viktor Gyokeres flourished during his time with Sporting CP, netting 97 goals in 102 appearances, which prompted a high-profile switch to Arsenal last summer, reports the Mirror.

The 27-year-old swiftly won over supporters in Lisbon but...