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Arsenal 'are ready to step up their interest' in signing Ivan Toney in January to solve their striker problems, with Brentford 'willing to sell the forward for £60m when he returns'

Arsenal are ready to step up their interest in Brentford striker Ivan Toney, according to a report.

The Gunners are believed to be looking to sign a striker in the January transfer window to keep their hopes of pushing for the title alive with both Gabriel Jesus and Eddie Nketiah struggling in front of goal in recent games.

Mikel Arteta's side sit fifth in the Premier League table, dropping out of the Champions League places following their 2-2 draw with north London rivals Tottenham on Sunday.