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Jamie Kemble

Arsenal set to receive £20million transfer windfall and it's not for Granit Xhaka

Arsenal are bracing themselves for a large turnover this summer having had a disappointing campaign.

The Gunners finished eighth this season and missed out on European football for the first time in more than two decades, but Mikel Arteta is far from content with that.

In truth, the Spaniard has little choice. Another season like this one will likely see him struggle to keep his job, and so he is determined to get his squad exactly how he wants it.

As part of that, some of the old guard are likely to be moved out with Granit Xhaka looking set to lead the departures, said to be close to a move to AS Roma to link up with Jose Mourinho.

But Xhaka will not be the only departure with another loyal servant in Hector Bellerin expected to depart ahead of next season having reportedly been promised by Arteta that he would get the chance to move on ahead of the new campaign.

Bellerin is said to be keen on a move back home to Spain, and he may get his wish with Atletico Madrid reportedly interested in a move, with their current right-back Kieran Tripper being linked with a return to the Premier League.

And amid that interest, the Gunners have slapped a price tag on Bellerin of £20million, according to CBS Sports, a smudge below the £22.5million he is currently valued at by Transfermarkt.

That £20m could prove key for Arsenal as they look to strengthen this summer.

Arteta will need a replacement for Xhaka, which could be Wolves star Ruben Neves, while he may also need a replacement for Martin Odegaard with the Real Madrid star looking to return to the Spanish capital ahead of next season.

A new right-back will also be required if Bellerin does move, and moves for a winger and a striker are also being discussed.

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