Mikel Arteta has warned Arsenal supporters not to expect "big things" in the January transfer window, with the club unlikely to make permanent signings after a hefty outlay in the summer.
Arsenal broke their club transfer record to recruit Nicolas Pepe as well as completing moves for David Luiz, Gabriel Martinelli, Kieran Tierney and William Saliba at a total cost of around Pound 130 million (USD 170 million).
"I don't know, I'm not expecting big things," Arteta said when asked on Thursday about potential transfer business.
"I'm expecting big things from the players I have at the moment, the players that are recovering from injuries. That's the biggest expectations from my side.
"If we can find something to help us go through the season in a more balanced way in certain areas, and which is helpful, we'll look at the options."
"I am the Arsenal captain. I love this club. I am committed to it and desperate to bring it back to the top, where it belongs."