The January transfer window is rarely a great time to make a new signing. A lot of clubs want to keep hold of their best players while those who are willing to sell up usually hold out for exorbitant transfer fees.

Sometimes, though, clubs have to delve into the winter market in order to strengthen their squad, and Arsenal are no strangers to doing just that.

Over the years the Gunners have made some excellent signings in January, such as Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, but they’ve also made some big mistakes as well.

Press the “next page” to see five players we have identified as being among the worst signings that Arsenal have made in January.