Arsenal's eye on Hull City: Mohamed Belloumi claim

Arsenal are reportedly interested in Mohamed Belloumi, one of Hull City's standout players this season. According to a new report from Maghreb Foot, the news was spread by Sport Witness.

After their play-off win at Wembley in the summer, Hull City were expected to be battling near the bottom of the table. Sergej Jakirovic's side, however, have lost only twice in their first nine matches and have settled in mid-table. Arsenal host Hull this weekend. The Gunners moved to the top of the table for the first time since winning the league last season, following their victory at Anfield.

According to The Mirror, Mikel Arteta is setting targets for his attack. Defeats to Brighton & Hove Albion and Fleetwood Town in the League Cup suggest that Arsenal have a depth problem in the forward positions.

Belloumi has been putting in a notable performance on the wing in the Premier League this season. The top scorer at his club, he scored two goals in his first three matches for the Algeria national team.