Arsenal are getting closer to securing the signing of midfielder Danilo from Palmeiras.

The Gunners are working to strengthen their central midfield options in the coming transfer window.

Injury issues for Thomas Partey since his arrival from Atletico Madrid have often meant the team is imbalanced, even though they have worked on alternate options and are top of the Premier League at present.

Per football.london, a January move for Danilo is possible, even though Palmeiras do not want to sell due to their Copa Libertadores commitments.

The player does have a release clause, while Brazilian outlet Bola VIP state that a deal could be close.

Palmeiras will go for Udinese's Wallace as a replacement for Danilo, if the deal goes through.