ARSENAL have “made contact” with Manchester United over the signing of Holland midfielder Donny van de Beek.
The Gunners see the Dutchman as a replacement for Roma-bound Granit Xhaka.
Meanwhile the club have reportedly joined the race for £50m Brighton defender Ben White.
And Aaron Ramsey could be set for a shock return to Arsenal, according to reports.
The Welshman left for Juventus in 2019, but has failed to make a real impact in Serie A.
Meanwhile, we’ve the very latest on Daniel Ek’s takeover bid and Emile Smith Rowe’s contract situation.
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TAKE XHAK
Arsenal and Switzerland midfielder Granit Xhaka has dyed his hair blonde for the remainder of Euro 2020.
And this is how his wife reacted after he revealed his new look to her.
WIL I NEVER
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is going to give William Saliba an opportunity this coming season.
That is according to the Daily Express, who claim Arteta will still be counting on Saliba even if the Gunners sign Brighton ace Ben White.
The centre-back joined the north Londoners in 2019 from St-Etienne.
Arsenal then loaned him back to the same club and did the same a year later after striking a deal with Nice.
DON DEAL
Manchester United have been handed a boost in their hopes of landing Jadon Sancho this summer.
Borussia Dortmund are reportedly lining up Arsenal reject Donyell Malen as the winger’s replacement.
United have been chasing the England star’s signature for several years and are prioritising signing him this summer.
According to Bild, Dortmund are preparing to bring in Dutch talent Malen as a replacement for Sancho.
Malen failed to make the grade at Arsenal with the attacker sold to PSV Eindhoven in 2017.
ODE IN THE HOLE
Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti is keen to give Arsenal loanee Martin Odegaard a chance to shine this coming season.
That is according to DefensaCentral, who also claim Real wish to tie Odegaard down to a new contract.
That poses as a major blow for the Gunners, who have been hoping to land the attacking midfielder, who spent the second half of the season on loan at the Emirates, on a permanent deal.
Gunners boss Mikel Arteta needs a midfielder to partner up with Thomas Partey.
TIER JERKER
A positive update on Kieran Tierney’s injury that ruled him out of Scotland’s Euro 2020 opener today.
Steve Clarke claimed the Arsenal defender has a ‘little niggle’ but should be back available for the England game on Friday.
FEK SAKE
Rumours of Arsenal making a move for Real Betis playmaker Nabil Fekir are reportedly premature.
RIVER OF TIERS
Arsenal star Kieran Tierney is missing from Scotland’s squad today after picking up an injury in training last week.
ITALIAN JOB
The Gunners have bid £17.2million for Lazio striker Joaquin Correa, reports in Italy say.
The Argentina star, 26, is regarded as potentially available this summer – but only for the right price.
And Calciomercato suggest Lazio will hold out for £25.8m.
Ex-Sevilla and Sampdoria ace Correa finished the season with 11 goals and five assists in 38 games.
GIFT OF THE GAB
A much-loved compilation for Arsenal fans of Gabriel Martinelli’s top ten goals since making his move to the Emirates.
GO-LASINAC
Arsenal ace Sead Kolasinac is one player who is almost certain to leave the Emirates this summer.
The left-back spent the second half of the season out on loan to Schalke, who suffered a miserable relegation to Germany’s second division.
The German side reportedly cannot afford to keep him but Lazio, Fiorentina and Fenerbahce are all rumoured to be interested in acquiring his services, as per CalcioNews24.
Kolasinac made 17 appearances in the Bundesliga this past season.
XHAK ATTACK
Arsenal are reportedly refusing to budge over their valuation of Granit Xhaka.
Romapress claim the Gunners have rejected a third bid for the Swiss midfielder – who is currently away with his country at Euro 2020.
The report claims the two sides are “locked in negotiations” but also that Roma “do not intend to raise their offer” again.
TOP TIER
Arsenal are showing their support for Kieran Tierney by allowing fans to get the Scotland star’s name printed on shirts for free during Euro 2020.
WHYTE HOT
Exclusive by Gary Stonehouse: Derek Whyte cried when Scotland qualified for Euro 2020 – now he has urged Kieran Tierney and Co to have ‘no regrets’.
He said: “Every time Scotland get to a tournament it seems to end in a glorious failure.
“But I’m quietly confident this year. I really like Stevey Clarke and he has not got any superstars in his squad – but what he does have is plenty of players playing in the Premier League.
“That’s unusual from the last couple of years but as long as they do the country proud then that is all we are asking for.”
He added: “I just want them to give it everything, have no regrets and you just never know.
“Football is a funny old game and it might be a bit of brilliance or madness with someone getting sent-off against you in a game you are not expected to win.
“Just make sure when you do come home it’s with no regrets.”
DUTCH COURAGE
Arsenal have reportedly contacted Man Utd over a possible move to sign Donny van de Beek.
Mikel Arteta is in the market to sign a new midfielder with the likes of Granit Xhaka, Matteo Guendouzi and Lucas Torreira all likely to leave.
And with Van de Beek struggling for game time at Old Trafford, it has been said that the Gunners would be keen to lure him to North London.
According to 90min, Arsenal have been in touch with the Red Devils to see if they would be prepared to part ways with him.
And they have requested United to keep them updated on his situation at the club.
PHIL YOUR BOOTS
Leicester are reportedly plotting an audacious move for Arsenal target Philippe Coutinho.
Mundo Deportivo claim Foxes manager Brendan Rodgers is interested in a reunion with the Brazilian.
The report adds that Leicester are weighing up a £17million bid for Coutinho or are exploring the possibility of signing him on loan.
Rodgers enjoyed a good relationship with the 28-year-old after bringing him to Liverpool when he was manager from Inter Milan.
Arsenal have also been linked with Coutinho, who has struggled in Spain since switching from Anfield to Barcelona.
TIER JERKER
Arsenal have sent their best wishes to Kieran Tierney ahead of Scotland’s Euro 2020 opener against the Czech Republic today.
TRY AND NAB HIM
Arsenal saw their initial transfer offer for Nabil Fekir rejected, according to reports.
The Gunners are on the hunt for an attacking midfielder this summer.
But AS state their attempt to land Fekir from Real Betis proved unsuccessful.
The Frenchman, 27, is Betis’ highest earner and continues to be linked with a move away after the LaLiga club finished sixth last term.
But boss Manuel Pellegrini is keen to keep hold of his talisman.
So it will take a significant offer to convince Real Betis to sell.
MORNING ARSENAL FANS
Manchester United midfielder Donny van de Beek and Lazio striker Joaquin Correa are big new names at the top of Gunners’ transfer gossip.
Arsenal have reportedly contacted United about Holland and ex-Ajax star Van de Beek.
And it’s claimed the Gunners have already bid £17.2million for Argentina ace Correa – but Lazio are holding out for around £25.8m.
Emirates chief Mikel Arteta is prioritising a midfield replacement for men like Granit Xhaka, Matteo Guendouzi and Lucas Torreira.
But he also wants long-term answers up front after unconvincing seasons for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Alexandre Lacazette.
Meanwhile, left-back Sead Kolasinac is tipped for the exit door this summer.
Having spent the second half of the season on loan to Schalke, the Bosnia mainstay is said to be interesting Lazio, Fiorentina and Fenerbahce.
And Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti is thought to be keen on giving Martin Odegaard a chance to shine this coming season.
That’s a big blow to Arteta’s hopes of extending the Norway creator’s loan.
ANCELOTTI KEEN ON ODEGAARD
New Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti is keen to give Arsenal loanee Martin Odegaard a chance to shine this coming season.
Martin Odegaard could get a chance to impress new Real boss Carlo AncelottiCredit: Getty That is according to DefensaCentral, who also claim Real wish to tie Odegaard down to a new contract.
That poses as a major blow for the Gunners, who have been hoping to land the attacking midfielder, who spent the second half of the season on loan at the Emirates, on a permanent deal.
Gunners boss Mikel Arteta needs a midfielder to partner up with Thomas Partey.
GO-LASINAC
Arsenal ace Sead Kolasinac is another player who is set to leave the Emirates this summer.
Kolasinac spent the second half of the season out on loan to Schalke, who suffered a miserable relegation to Germany’s second division.
The German side cannot reportedly afford to keep the player but Lazio, Fiorentina and Fenerbahce are all rumoured to be interested in acquiring his services.
The left-back made 17 appearances in the Bundesliga this past season.
CESC WARNING OVER AURELIEN
Chelsea and Arsenal legend Cesc Fabregas has issued a hands-off warning to the Blues for Monaco star Aurelien Tchouameni.
The Blues are said to have targeted the 21-year-old midfielder, who has enjoyed a breakout season in Ligue 1 this term.
And in a Q&A session with fans on Twitter, Premier League winner Fabregas, 34, talked up his team-mate’s potential.
However, when one cheeky fan asked: “Will Tchouameni be a good signing for Chelsea? What are his strengths?” Fabregas was quick to say he hoped he would play alongside Tchouameni for years to come.
Fabregas, replying with a winking emoji, wrote: “He has the potential to be the complete midfielder. Modern midfield player, but we need him still… sorry.”
Combative Tchouameni made 42 appearances for Monaco last season, scoring three goals.
ARSENAL’S FIRST CORREA MOVE
The Gunners have bid £17.2million for Lazio striker Joaquin Correa, reports in Italy say.
The Argentina star, 26, is regarded as potentially available this summer – but only for the right price.
And Calciomercato suggest Lazio will hold out for £25.8m.
Ex-Sevilla and Sampdoria ace Correa finished the season with 11 goals and five assists in 38 games.
ARSENAL ‘IN FOR VAN DE BEEK’
Arsenal have reportedly contacted Man Utd over a possible move to sign Donny van de Beek.
Mikel Arteta is in the market to sign a new midfielder with the likes of Granit Xhaka, Matteo Guendouzi and Lucas Torreira all likely to leave.
And with Van de Beek struggling for game time at Old Trafford, it has been said that the Gunners would be keen to lure him to North London.
According to 90min, Arsenal have been in touch with the Red Devils to see if they would be prepared to part ways with him.
And they have requested United to keep them updated on his situation at the club.
‘AUBAMEYANG IS LIKE NEYMAR’
PSG superstar Kylian Mbappe is very impressed with Arsenal star Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang despite a poor season at the Emirates.
Mbappe rates Aubameyang highly thanks to his speed and compared him to Neymar.
The France international told France Football: “In terms of an incredibly quick player, I would also put Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.
“Neymar too, certainly before his injuries. He could change direction with crazy ease.”
MARTIAL FLAW?
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is open to selling Anthony Martial in the summer transfer window.
That is according to Duncan Castles, who claims Solskjaer could let Martial go if he signs another striker.
Castles told the Transfer Window Podcast: “Anthony Martial is to be sacrificed should they get this new forward in.
“Solskjaer is tired of his attitude and hasn’t been impressed with his goal production and general knitting into the team this season.”
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
