Arteta left scratching head over where to splash cash

Poor recent run has led to rethink

- Malik Ouzia

A MONTH ago, Arsenal's squad looked in need of only fine-tuning this January, but after a run in which the Gunners have taken just four points from five matches, Mikel Arteta is looking towards the window with something of a dilemma as he searches for a title spark.

There are strong cases for strengthening all three outfield units. Arsenal are a bodylight in defence, have a long-term

 problem in midfield and look blunt in attack. But with Premier League profit and sustainability rules now posing a more potent threat, they may have to prioritise just one where they place their bet will go a long way to deciding whether a two-decade title drought is ended in May