The Dutch international, billed as the new Ruud van Nistelrooy, has again started this season in sensational goalscoring form for Ajax, further enhancing his reputation as one of the best talents in Europe.
Arsene Wenger is aware of Huntelaar who, ironically, scored the first ever goal at the Emirates Stadium, and the news that Emmanuel Adebayor could miss six games in the New Year could persuade him to swoop.
"Togo needs me and I love my country," Adebayor, 23, told The Sun, which means if Togo qualify for the African Cup of Nations he will be on international duty in January.
Although Ajax want to keep Huntelaar, 24, for the rest of the season, their shock elimination form the UEFA Champions League could force them to cash in on bids in the region of £15million in January.
