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Simon Collings

Arsenal: Mikel Arteta 'open' to more transfers as Gunners retain interest in Eberechi Eze

Mikel Arteta says Arsenal are open to doing more business before the transfer window closes.

The Gunners have made six signings this summer so far, spending nearly £200million in the process.

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Arteta, however, has refused to rule out more players coming through the door and Arsenal retain an interest in Crystal Palace playmaker Eberechi Eze.

Players could also leave Emirates Stadium before the window closes, with the likes of Albert Sambi Lokonga and Reiss Nelson among those looking for new clubs.

“Let’s see what happens, in terms of where the squad is in the next few weeks,” said Arteta. “But, we are actively looking at options.

“As well, there are a few players that, maybe, they have to leave as well. So, we will be open to see what happens.”

Target: Eberechi Eze (Getty Images)

Arteta was speaking after Arsenal’s final game of pre-season, which they won 3-0 against Athletic Club.

Viktor Gyokeres opened the scoring with his first goal in Arsenal colours and Bukayo Saka also struck before half-time.

The win was sealed late on by Kai Havertz, who came off the bench to score a brilliant solo goal.

“I am very happy with what I see,” said Arteta. “I think, individually, there was some big performances against a Champions League opponent. It’s a good feeling.

“That first goal is always very important and the way he (Gyokeres) took it as well, was really, really good.

“We are developing certain connections with the new players. It was very good. Kai came in and I think the goal he scored was top, as well.

“Raising the level of everybody is going to really help us, because at that level, we are going to need our very best from everybody.”

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