Arsenal will have to put Nico Williams in their highest bracket of earners if they are to sign the Spain winger this summer, Telegraph Sport understands.

Arsenal have made contact with the representatives of Athletic Club winger Nico Williams, while Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyökeres has reportedly ruled out a move to Manchester United or Chelsea this summer.

Despite the potential for a dazzling addition in Nico Williams, Arsenal's immediate pressing need is for a genuine center forward. Nevertheless, the wing positions require attention, particularly the left flank,