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Gunners in talks with star midfielder, shock move for striker and other Arsenal transfer rumours

The summer transfer window is almost upon us and once again Arsenal are being linked with names across Europe and beyond.

Some of the names are familiar ones returning to the fold, but others have been new names for Arsenal fans to get to terms with.

Arsenal's summer plans will be greatly effected by which European competition they are playing in next season, with a far larger transfer budget expected to be available if Emery's team reach the Champions League.

Here are some of the biggest rumours from today about Arsenal's transfer plans this summer:

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Adrien Rabiot

PSG midfielder Adrien Rabiot’s agent has spoken to a number of clubs about his summer exit, including Arsenal.

Veronique Rabiot, Adrien’s mother, also acts as his agent, and has reportedly “expressed her client’s satisfaction” in joining either Arsenal, Juventus or Inter Milan on a free transfer this summer, according to  FCInterNews .

Rabiot is out of contract in the summer, but the lack of transfer fee involved in a move will lead to high wages - Rabiot is apparently demanding €8m-per-year, plus a €10m fee to be paid to his mother for brokering a deal.

These fees have turned off the likes of Barcelona, Real Madrid and Bayern Munich, which is why the Rabiot party have been contacting other clubs - but none have reportedly made serious enquiries at that price so far.

Rabiot is apparently running the risk of ending up with no suitors due to the high cost of any potential contract.

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Keylor Navas

Manchester United have been offered the chance to sign Real Madrid goalkeeper Keylor Navas, according to the  Telegraph .

There is uncertainty over David de Gea’s future at Old Trafford, with just a year left on the star’s contract - though he has had a disappointing season.

Keylor Navas in action for Real Madrid in the Champions League (Helios de la Rubia/Real Madrid via Getty Images)

PSG are reportedly ready to bid for De Gea if contract talks continue to stall. United have been linked with Atletico keeper Jan Oblak should De Gea leave, but will also be offered Navas, who is set to leave the Bernabeu.

Navas was linked with Arsenal in January, and with Petr Cech retiring at the end of this season, they could make another move for the Costa Rica international.

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Alexandre Lacazette

Reports in Spain claim that Barcelona are considering a shock move for Arsenal striker Alexandre Lacazette this summer.

The Frenchman has been in excellent form this campaign and was this week named the club's Player of the Year after a terrific season in north London.

In and out the team 12 months ago following the January arrival of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, the striker has netted 18 goals in 46 games in all competitions to earn the prestigious gong.

According to Barcelona based publication  Mundo Deportivo , the 27-year-old's form is believed to have alerted the La Liga champions in regards to a potential move.

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Laurent Koscielny

The agent of Arsenal captain Laurent Koscielny has issued an update on his future.

The centre-back has a year left on his current deal, and his representative confirmed that there would be talks at the end of the season.

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