Arsenal transfer news LIVE: Ronaldo move would be ‘DISASTER’, Saka and Martinelli return dates, Mudryk LATEST

ARSENAL have been urged not to sign Cristiano Ronaldo in a free transfer.

Ex-Arsenal defender Nigel Winterburn has warned the club off signing free agent.

While boss Mikel Arteta has confirmed that Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli will return to the squad imminently following their World Cup adventures.

The Gunners will be determined to maintain their lead at the top of the Premier League on Boxing Day.

And they’ll need as much firepower as possible when they welcome David Moyes’ West Ham side to the Emirates.

Meanwhile, Arsenal are reportedly one of a number of clubs keen on signing Atletico Madrid ace Matheus Cunha.

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