Arsenal are reportedly eyeing a January move for Saint-Etienne defender Loic Perrin, according to The Telegraph.

The Gunners manager Arsene Wenger is eager to sign a new centre-back in the New Year, with Laurent Koscielny and Per Mertesacker being the only reliable options at the club.

The Telegraph reports that the Gunners will launch a bid for the talented defender when the transfer window reopens on January 1.

Arsenal are currently fifth in the league standings following their 2-1 win at West Ham United last weekend.