Arsenal to make fresh winter move for Brazilian star?

Arsenal will make a fresh move for Palmeiras midfielder Danilo when the transfer window reopens in the New Year.

The Gunners made a late approach to sign the Brazilian this week, but Palmeiras were clear that he was not for sale.

The club were reluctant to lose their prized asset at such a short notice, considering they are vying for the Serie A title.

However, a move could be on the cards in January when their season ends, and the Gunners have been tipped to make a fresh bid.

The north London giants are currently short in midfield following muscular injuries to Mohamed Elneny and Thomas Partey.

Partey has been backed to return in a couple of weeks, but the club need more depth in the squad to finish in the top four.

The Gunners were prepared to pay around £21m for the young midfielder, and could make a similar proposal in January.

Arsenal were also interested in signing Douglas Luiz on transfer deadline day, but Aston Villa had no plans of losing him.