Arsenal have emerged as the favourites to sign exciting Lille winger Nicolas Pepe this month, according to Tutto Mercato Web.

The Ivory Coast international’s start to the 2018/19 Ligue 1 season has forced some of the big European clubs to sit up and take notice.

Pepe has scored 12 times in 19 appearances so far this term and his excellent output in front of goal has landed him on the Gunners’ shopping list as they aim to strengthen their attack during the winter transfer window.