Arsenal agree Yarmolenko fee

Arsenal are said to have finalized a transfer fee to sign Dynamo Moscow forward Andriy Yarmolenko.

The Ukraine international signed a new long-term deal with Dynamo in October in a bid to assist them increase his transfer valuation. Since then, he has kept up his form and this has led to claims that he may find a fresh club in the New Year.

Everton have been long-time admirers of Yarmolenko, but according to ESPN, the Gunners have agreed on a £23m bid to sign the versatile attacker this month.

Reports elsewhere suggest that the FA Cup holders may have to wait until the summer before landing the player's services.