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Tashan Deniran-Alleyne

'Just keep Mustafi!' - Arsenal fans react as David Luiz attempts to 'force' shock transfer

The David Luiz to Arsenal transfer rumour has got supporters talking.

Having sold captain Laurent Koscielny to Bordeaux coupled with a poor defensive record last season as well as concerns about Shkodran Mustafi, the Gunners are in the market for a new centre-back.

And reports coming out of France suggests they are set to raid London rivals Chelsea.

According to L’Equipe, the north London outfit have submitted an offer for David Luiz.

The Brazilian is reportedly determined to make the move to the Emirates Stadium, and has pulled out of training with the Blues to try and force through a move before Thursday's deadline.

This rumour comes as somewhat of a surprise given Luiz only signed a new two-year deal at Stamford Bridge as recently as May and seemed delighted at doing so.

"I am so happy to be here and to have this opportunity to stay," he told Chelseafc.com in May.

"I love this club and I still have the ambition of a young player.

"It means a lot to reach another European final, and we still have the opportunity to finish in the top three of the Premier League this season and I will continue to try to do my best to help the team."

As expected, this rumour has garnered a strong reaction from Arsenal fans on Twitter.

Take a look at some of the best responses...

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