ARSENAL are aiming to offload SEVEN players this summer – including £72m record buy Nicolas Pepe.
Elsewhere, the Gunners can land a sensational deal for Marco Asensio as Real Madrid are reportedly eager to cash in on the winger.
The Spaniard has been linked with a move to North London and Asensio is keen on more game time.
Meanwhile, reports suggest that Lyon ace Lucas Paqueta is set to snub a Premier League switch which includes a move to the Emirates.
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Why Arsenal didn’t sign Bissouma
Arsenal didn’t sign former Brighton star Yves Bissouma because they’re focused on recruiting Leicester ace Youri Tielemans.
That’s the view of Arsenal icon Kevin Campbell who made the claims when asked why the Gunners didn’t battle Tottenham for Bissouma.
Campbell explained to the Highbury Squad: “I think we bypassed Bissouma because we want Tielemans.
“We want more of a progressive player in that midfield, somebody who can do the job in midfield but somebody who is going to be a goal-threat”
Arsenal eye two more transfers
Arsenal are aiming to make two more signings before the summer transfer window shuts.
That’s according to Gunners legend Paul Merson who claims the club’s transfer supremo Edu gave him the heads up during a conversation last weekend.
Merson said: “They are looking good. I’ve seen Edu on Sunday and we had a little chat. I think they’ve bought well, they’re trying to get a couple more players in.”
But Merson remained tight-lipped when pressed on who the new arrivals will be out of respect for Edu.
The pundit added: “I can’t say that, he was talking to me in confidence”
Credit: GETTY IMAGES Jack Wilshere’s future
Former Arsenal star Jack Wilshere opened up about his future after leaving AGF.
Wilshere is a free agent once more at the age of 30 amid an injury-plagued career.
The midfielder is now considering all of his options as he looks for his next challenge.
Wilshere added: “Personally I am considering all of my options”
Hi the road Jack
Former Arsenal star Jack Wilshere has “mutually agreed” to leave AGF after less than five months.
Wilshere, who has been plagued by injuries throughout his career, only joined the Danish outfit back in February.
The midfielder played 14 league matches for the team but has now confirmed his departure after just 136 days as his short-term deal expired.
Speaking on Instagram, Wilshere said: “My time at @agffodbold has come to an end. Myself and the club have mutually agreed it’s best for me to move on.
“I would like to thank everybody at AGF for the support and confidence they gave me from day one.
“The club showed trust in me that not many others were willing to give.
“Although results were hard to come by the fans support of me and the team was unbelievable.
“Thank you guys for welcoming me into your club and city. I wish you all the best in the future”
Serge Gnabry latest
Former Arsenal ace Serge Gnabry is set to hold crunch talks with Bayern Munich as he enters the final 12 months of his contract.
Gnabry has been linked with the likes of Manchester United, Manchester City and the Gunners.
Bayern, though, are keen to keep hold of the winger and are planning a meeting with him as well as his representatives, according to Bild.
The German champions are keen for the Germany international to extend his contract in order to fight off interest from elsewhere.
Outside of the Premier League, Real Madrid have also been credited with an interest in the forward
Christ on a bike
Arsenal stars have been working hard in Germany ahead of their first pre-season friendly on Friday.
The Gunners are set to take on Nuremberg for their first taste of pre-season action at the Max-Morlock-Stadion.
There were some new faces in the camp including star signing Gabriel Jesus, who was only announced on Monday.
Jesus’ fellow Brazilian and summer signing Marquinhos is also enjoying his first pre-season as a Gooner and was spotted juggling a ball with his head.
After training, the squad and manager Mikel Arteta went for a leisurely bike ride, taking in some of the sights around Nuremberg
Credit: Getty More from Szczesny
Former Arsenal ace Wojciech Szczesny shared another major revelation about his current club Juventus.
Szczesny believed Juve had bugged his car at one point though he was no longer convinced at this idea.
The goalkeeper added: “I’ve had it three or four times where I come back home go for dinner with your wife go into training the next day and it’s like ‘how was the restaurant yesterday?’ – how do you know that?
“I was actually convinced, I’m not anymore, but I was sure they had GPS in our car”
Szczesny fine revelation
Former Arsenal ace Wojciech Szczesny revealed he was fined £34,000 for being late to training at Juventus.
Szczesny told CANAL+ SPORT in an interview alongside Juve team-mate Weston McKennie: “We’ve both paid the share for being late quite heavily.
“He paid more but he was more late, a lot more.
“I paid 40 (thousand euros). I was late by one minute and 53 seconds and as I went in I looked at the clock and it was 18:01:53”
Jesus’ holy trinity
Arsenal had to fend off interest from three other clubs to secure a deal for Gabriel Jesus from Manchester City.
Three other teams tried to hijack the move, but Jesus only had eyes for the Gunners, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.
While the trio of suitors was not named, Tottenham and Chelsea were rumoured to be keen on the striker’s signature.
However, the North Londoners managed to get their man for £45million
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Work of Mart
Manchester United are set to complete the “final paperwork” ahead of Ajax star and Arsenal target Lisandro Martinez joining the club.
It appears United have finally come out on top ahead of the Gunners in the race to sign Martinez, who is estimated to be valued at around £40million.
According to journalist Rudy Galetti, it is merely a “matter of time” until the deal is done.
Galetti also insists that the final paperwork still needs to be done but that the deal will be clinched “soon”
Youri Tielemans EXCLUSIVE
Arsenal have stepped up their interest in Leicester star Youri Tielemans and are ready to make a firm offer, according to SunSport’s Mark Irwin.
The Gunners are confident of sealing a £30million deal for Tielemans despite rival interest from Manchester United and Newcastle.
Manager Mikel Arteta has already been allowed to spend £83million this summer to beef up his squad and signed Gabriel Jesus, Fabio Vieira, Matt Turner and Marquinhos.
Now Arteta is turning his attention to strengthening his midfield and has been given the green light to make his next move in the market.
The Spanish head coach has turned to Tielemans after top target Ruben Neves was priced out of the market by Wolves’ £75m valuation.
The North Londoners have also explored the possibility of a bid for Lazio’s Sergej Malinkovic-Savic, but the Belgium international is preferred
Up for sale
Arsenal are aiming to offload seven players to fund further spending in the summer transfer window.
Record signing Nicolas Pepe, Bernd Leno, Hector Bellerin, Lucas Torreira, Pablo Mari, Ainsley Maitland-Niles and Reiss Nelson are all available for transfer.
But all seven players have so far failed to attract any serious offers from other clubs.
The Gunners need more funds after missing out on Champions League football
Not so Grim
Arsenal are monitoring the transfer situation of Benfica ace Alex Grimaldo.
Grimaldo is reportedly available for as little as £6million this summer as a whole host of clubs line up a potential bid for the left-back.
According to Record, the Gunners are ‘attentive to the situation,’ while Lyon are also on the list of interested clubs.
The Spaniard has one year left on his current deal and unless he signs a new one Benfica would lose him for nothing next summer, a situation the Eagles would like to avoid
Credit: GETTY IMAGES Lisandro Martinez latest
Ajax star Lisandro Martinez has told the club that he wants to quit and move to the Premier League.
Martinez is wanted by both Manchester United and Arsenal to boost their defence.
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano tweeted: “Lisandro Martínez, back in Holland today – he’s been very clear with Ajax telling the club that he only wants to leave to try his first Premier League experience.
“Manchester United are pushing as [Erik] ten Hag wants Lisandro as priority – Arsenal, still there fighting.”
And The Mirror also report that Martinez “pleaded” with Ajax to “grant him his wish” to play in the Premier League
Saka here to stay
Arsenal will tie Bukayo Saka down to a new deal in the next six months.
That’s according to Gunners legend Kevin Campbell, who thinks Saka’s not going anywhere despite his contract situation.
Campbell said: “He is already under contract.
“These things are not just going to get done in a couple of months. These things could take six months but Arsenal are not, trust me, they are not going to sell Saka in this window.
“No chance. No chance”
Paqueta snubs Arsenal
Lyon star Lucas Paqueta has snubbed the chance to join Arsenal and other Premier League clubs.
The Gunners and Tottenham were both keen, while Manchester City also allegedly made contact with Paqueta’s camp over a potential move.
Now ESPN Brazil claims that the midfielder is set to remain at the Groupama Stadium.
The report states that none of the English trio were able to advance talks with the the Brazil international’s representatives over a deal
Real plan Asensio exit
Real Madrid want to cash in on Marco Asensio this summer amid interest from Arsenal.
Asensio is keen to move in search of more game time with Liverpool and AC Milan also believed to be interested.
The winger has just one year remaining on his contract, which is why Real are willing to let him go.
And according to Tuttomercato Los Blancos will sell the Spain international if they receive a bid worth £22million.
The 26-year-old was offered a new deal by the reigning European champions but he has missed the deadline of June 20 to put pen to paper.
The Spaniard wanted a wage increase and is eager for more game time, which he might be more likely to find elsewhere
Credit: GETTY IMAGES Arsenal ship out youngster
Arsenal youth star Ovie Ejeheri has joined Chelmsford City on a short term loan deal.
The 19-year-old stopper joined the Gunners’ academy aged eight, but he’s been shipped out until January.
It’s unclear at this point if he has a future with the club who revealed they’re looking forward to watching his development at the Essex-based side over the ensuing months.
Prem clubs in Raphinha boost
Chelsea and Arsenal have been handed in a huge boost in their respective pursuit of Leeds ace Raphinha.
That’s because Barcelona have been given until Thursday to mount a bid for the winger by Leeds.
Both Chelsea and the Gunners have presented substantial offers for Raphinha who is holding out for a move to Barca.
However Leeds are growing frustrated with the Catalan giants and have given them the imminent ultimatum to begin business, according to Mundo Deportivo.
Arsenal starlet’s swan son
Former Arsenal academy starlet Zak Swanson has revealed his desire to help Portsmouth get into the Championship next season.
The 21-year-old joined the Gunners in 2007 as a youth before signing a professional contract 12 years later.
But he moved to Pompey on Tuesday to seek regualr first-team football.
And he’s revealed his ambitious intent out the gate, saying: “The level is excellent. There’s some top players here who have played at a higher level.
“I can see the level is good and I think we could do good things this season.
“The aim is clear – to go up to the Championship.”
Arsenal ‘were offered Lenglet transfer’
Arsenal were offered the chance to sign Tottenham-bound Clement Lenglet, reports claim.
Lenglet’s move to White Hart Lane is on the brink of completion.
But it couldn’t been a different outcome if the Gunners pounced when they had the chance.
The Barcelona ace was presented to the Gunners but they opted to pursue Lisandro Martinez instead.
That’s according to football journalist Ryan Taylor, who said: “Lenglet has effectively been told by Barcelona he is free to find another club.
“And that saw him offered around to a number of clubs earlier in the window: including Spurs, Arsenal and Juventus.”
Arsenal plan to sell duo
Arsenal are planning to offload a number of fallen stars to balance the books following a busy transfer market.
The Gunners have already brought in Fabio Vieira, Marquinhos, and Gabriel Jesus.
They are also keen on Youri Tielemans and Lisandro Martinez.
But Mikel Arteta wants to shed the dead weight from his squad to accomadate the new arrivals.
Among those Arteta’s keen to sell is Reiss Nelson and Alex Runarsson, Goal claim.
Jesus seen on bike
The Arsenal squad has been working hard in Germany ahead of their first pre-season friendly on Friday.
Arsenal are set to take on Nuremberg for their first taste of pre-season action at the Max-Morlock-Stadion.
And the sun has been out in Germany as the Gunners squad trained in preparation.
There were some new faces in the camp including Gabriel Jesus, who was only announced as an Arsenal player on Monday.
His compatriot and fellow summer signing Marquinhos is also enjoying his first pre-season as a Gooner and was spotted juggling a ball with his head.
Nuno Tavares also posed for a photo alongside Emile Smith Rowe but fellow Hale End graduate Bukayo Saka was absent.
Szczensy reveals shock Juventus fine
Ex-Arsenal goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny has revealed he was FINED £34,000 for being late to training at Juventus.
The 32-year-old revealed in an interview alongside fellow Juventus star Weston McKennie he had paid the price of being late to training under current boss Massimiliano Allegri.
In the interview with CANAL+ SPORT he said: “We’ve both paid the share for being late quite heavily.
“He paid more but he was more late, a lot more.
“I paid 40 (thousand euros). I was late by one minute and 53 seconds and as I went in I looked at the clock and it was 18:01:53.”
Real Madrid plan Asensio exit
Real Madrid want to cash in on Marco Asensio this summer amid transfer interest from Arsenal and Liverpool.
The Spaniard, 26, is keen to move in search of more game time with AC Milan also believed to be interested.
Asensio has just one year remaining on his contract which is why Real Madrid are willing to let him go.
And according to Tuttomercato Los Blancos will sell the winger if they receive a bid worth £22million.
Asensio was offered a new deal by Real but he has missed the deadline of June 20 to put pen to paper.
The winger wanted a wage increase and is eager for more game time, which he might be more likely to find elsewhere.
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