Arsenal have made a busy start to their summer. Mikel Arteta has already spent around £85million, bringing in four new players to bolster his squad heading into the upcoming season.
Marquinhos, Matt Turner, Fabio Vieira and Gabriel Jesus have all been confirmed, but the deals look unlikely to stop there. A number of players have been linked with a move to the Emirates this season as the window and pre-season heats up.
With that said, football.london takes a look at the latest transfer rumours surrounding the Gunners.
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Edu targets Raphinha alternative
According to the Evening Standard, a decision on Raphinha's future is expected within 24 hours with Chelsea, Arsenal and Barcelona all competing for the Brazilian's signature.
Reporter Pete O'Rourke believes Arsenal are likely to have Diaby on their transfer shortlist should they miss out on a deal for Raphinha. Premier League rivals Newcastle United are ready to make Diaby their record transfer this summer, with the Magpies heavily linked with a £50million move for the France international.
Speaking to GIVEMESPORT, the journalist said: “Diaby is probably on the list of a number of top clubs who are looking at attacking wingers this summer, and I’m sure Arsenal are no different."
“Obviously, they tried for Raphinha, but it looks like he wants only to join Barcelona, so I’m sure they’re looking at other potential targets. Diaby, as I said, will be on the list of a lot of top clubs because he’s been a proven performer for Leverkusen and also for France," O'Rourke added.
Goalkeeper exit edges closer
According to SkySports in Germany, Leno has a verbal agreement with Fulham with a contract until 2025 currently on offer. Arsenal are after a fee in the region of £11m, with the 30-year-old keen on a move to the Cottagers.
The 30-year-old's agent, Joannis Koukoutrigas, previously confirmed Fulham's interest in his client: "He is a German national goalkeeper, has always performed well at Arsenal and is an absolute team player," Koukoutrigas told German outlet BILD, via the Evening Standard.
Mystery winger linked
Reporter and commentator Arlind Sadiku took to Twitter on Wednesday announcing that the Gunners had submitted a bid for Lille winger Edon Zhegrova. Zhegrova only scored one goal and provided two assists for Lille in the second half of last season but would undoubtedly present a much cheaper alternative to Raphinha.
Sadiku wrote: "Arsenal has submitted an official offer for 23-year-old winger Edon Zhegrova. The Player has impressed the English club this year at Lille, after moving from Basel in January for 7m euros."
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