The Gunners, who have won their opening two Premier League games, have been linked with Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez.

Saka’s strike settled a game in which Ezri Konsa made his Gunners debut against his former club.

Nottingham Forest boss Steve Cooper, meanwhile, heads into the weekend under pressure.

The Spaniard will not be in the dugout at Villa Park as Arsenal aim to strengthen their grip at the top of the Premier League.