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Arsenal are keen to further strengthen their squad this summer as they look to continue their progression under Mikel Arteta ahead of the new season.
The Gunners have improved each campaign under the tenure of their former midfielder and that is partly due to their shrewd activity in the transfer market under him.
In the summer of 2023, Arsenal broke their transfer record to sign Declan Rice from West Ham for €116.6 million.
In addition, Kai Havertz, Jurrien Timber and David Raya (loan) also arrived during the same window as the Gunners spent big after missing out on the English top flight title.
The club haven’t been shy in splashing the cash recently to try and fight the might of Manchester City and Liverpool in the Premier League, and with an injection of Champions League money, they are set to splurge on transfers this summer once again.
We exclusively detailed via Steve Kay that Arsenal are prepared to SMASH their transfer record this summer, with Arteta set to be backed heavily in the transfer market.
As always with such a big club, the Arsenal transfer rumour mill is in full swing, with Arteta keen to add to the talent he has already brought to the club.
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PSG ‘convinced’ by Nico Williams stance
PSG are “convinced” Nico Williams will remain at Athletic Club this summer, according to Sport.
Arsenal and Chelsea were also interested in the Spain winger, who appeared to be closest to joining Barcelona.
However, he now appears destined to remain in Bilbao for one more year.
Marseille accelerate on Nketiah
Marseille are picking up the pace to sign Eddie Nketiah from Arsenal, L’Equipe states.
There has been a gulf in the valuation of the player between the two clubs, but OM are hoping to get around that with a loan offer that has a mandatory purchase of €20m next sumer.
Chiesa dropped by Juventus
Federico Chiesa has attracted attention from the likes of Manchester United, Chelsea and Arsenal this season, and Juventus appear intent on pushing him out.
Thiago Motta has left the attacker out of his squad to face Brest in a friendly encounter later on Saturday.
Inter are thought to be leading the race for the Italy star.
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Arsenal in negotiations for Chiesa
Arsenal are in contact with Federico Chiesa‘s agent, according to Italian outlet La Stampa (via Tutto Juve).
Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea and Manchester United are also reportedly in negotiations to sign the Juventus winger.
Odegaard praises Calafiori
Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard has praised new signing Riccardo Calafiori following his move from Bologna.
Odegaard told reporters (as per Metro): “I think everyone saw straightaway in training that he’s a top player and a top defender, physically.
“He has this presence on the pitch and I’m sure he’s going to give us a lot. We’re happy to have him on board and I’m looking forward to seeing more from him.”
Arsenal in ‘pole position’ for Rabiot
Arsenal are reportedly in pole position to sign former Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot.
The France international is now a free agent after leaving the Old Lady at the end of June, and Mikel Arteta‘s side are one of the frontrunners to sign him.
That is according to Gazzetta dello Sport, who have reported that Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid are also keen on purchasing the 29-year-old.
Nketiah agrees personal terms with Marseille
Eddie Nketiah has agreed personal terms with Marseille, as per Fabrizio Romano.
The Arsenal forward could seal a Ligue 1 switch within the next few days.
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Ramsdale exit has stalled
Aaron Ramsdale‘s potential Arsenal exit has stalled in recent days.
That is according to Fabrizio Romano, who has admitted: “It’s completely quiet now with regards to Aaron Ramsdale.
“There have been no new movements or updates for a while now, so we will have to see what happens later in the window, based on a goalkeepers domino.”
When will Merino be announced?
Arsenal will officially complete the signing of Real Sociedad midfielder Mikel Merino “in the next few days”, as per CaughtOffside.
The Spain international is expected to arrive for an initial fee of €30 million.