ARSENAL have made enquiries for Man City duo Raheem Sterling and Riyad Mahrez, according to reports.
And the Gunners are also rumoured to be interested in Everton’s Dominic Calvert-Lewin.
And we’ve got the latest on Arsenal’s interest in Italy star Manuel Locatelli.
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PAT ON BACK
Arsenal could launch a shock new bid for Crystal Palace left-back Patrick van Aanholt.
Football London claims Mikel Arteta tried signing the Dutch international in January.
Van Aanholt’s Palace contract is set to expire this month.
And Arsenal could now land him on a free transfer.
YOUNG BUK
It was a performance where Bukayo Saka came of age on the biggest stage.
The Arsenal star shined as England beat Czech Republic 1-0 to seal top spot in their Euros group.
But did you know that Saka was a model student with A* GCSEs, who also snubbed Chelsea for the Gunners?
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DO THE LOCA-MOTION
Juventus have reportedly beaten Arsenal in the race to prise Italy midfielder Manuel Locatelli away from Sassuolo.
Nicola Schira has stated that Locatelli has already agreed personal terms with Juve, with the two clubs hopeful a deal can be reached within the next 48 hours.
It has also been said that the player will pen a contract in Turin until 2026 where he will earn £2.5m-a-year.
STAT ATTACK
Lacazette finished top goalscorer for Arsenal in the Premier League last season.
And 2020 arrival Willian picked up the most assists.
However, both are linked with moves away from the club this summer – a big summer shakeup is expected!
SPECIAL SAKA
Saka turned in a top, top performance for England last night, and he is rightly getting recognition.
Does he keep his place in the Round of 16, though?
PADDY
It’s Arsenal legend Patrick Vieira’s birthday today!
CALVERT-LEWIN’S AMBITION
Dominic Calvert-Lewin has revealed that he is happy at his current club Everton.
But also has stated his ambition to play in the Champions League.
Speaking to L’Equipe, he said: “I am happy at Everton.
“I worked hard to become number nine at this club and score goals like I did recently. Personally, I have the ambition to one day play in the Champions League and win titles.
“But for now, I’m happy at Everton.”
Arsenal are keen on bringing the England international to the Emirates, but it could take some convincing.
SUMMER BLOW OUT
Arsenal are expected to have a busy summer transfer window!
HAMMER BLOW
West Ham target Paul Onuachu has revealed that he’d like to join Arsenal.
The 6ft7 striker had a fruitful season in front of goal for Genk, scoring 35 goals across all competitions last season.
Speaking to Voetbal Nieuws, he said: “I really like Arsenal.
“(Emmanuel) Adebayor, one of the players I admired most, played there.
“I really was a fan of him, as well as Kanu. I really love watching Arsenal too.”
XHAK AXED
Roma are pushing to complete the signing of Arsenal’s Granit Xhaka.
According to respected Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, Roma are working to complete a deal for the Arsenal midfielder.
And Xhaka himself is pushing to leave for Italy.
Jose Mourinho’s side are also looking to sign Wolves goalkeeper Rui Patricio.
If Patricio leaves for Italy, Jose Sa will take up the No1 shirt.
GUEN TOO PRICEY
Arsenal outcast Matteo Guendouzi could be priced out of a move away from north London.
The Frenchman is being tracked by a host of European clubs including Marseille, Borussia Dortmund and Benfica.
However, La Provence reports that the Gunners want £17.1million, which is too much for the three interested clubs to afford.
Marseille are reluctant to stump up the cash, and would rather take the youngster on loan for the season.
LEW BEAUTY
Arsenal are interested in signing Man Utd and Real Madrid target Dominic Calvert-Lewin, according to reports.
The Gunners are looking to bolster their attacking options this summer in a bid to fire themselves back into European contention.
According to The Telegraph, Arsenal will push to sign the England international with Alexandre Lacazette’s future at the club uncertain.
The striker scored 21 goals in 39 appearances for Everton last season.
LETS BE FRANCK
Arsenal are leading the race to sign AC Milan midfielder Franck Kessie, according to reports.
The Italian club value Kessie at around 50million euros, and could be a useful partner for Thomas Partey in the midfield.
The midfielder has just one year left on his current deal at the San Siro.
Which could force Milan to sell early, or risk the player leaving for free next summer.
RAMBO RETURN?
Agent David Baldwin has squashed Calciomercato’s report stating that Aaron Ramsey wanted a return to Arsenal.
Baldwin took to Twitter and said: “I’m sorry but can you stop making things up please. There is not a shred of truth in your tweet.”
ONE GAME
Arsenal defender William Saliba could be on his way out of the club after making just one appearance.
The Gunners will move for experienced 23-year-old England international Ben White.
A bid worth £40million was rejected, but Arsenal are expected to return with another offer.
According to football.london, Saliba could be sold to make up funds to sign White.
Signalling an end to his short Arsenal career which saw him move from France to England for a whopping £30m a couple of years ago.
MAN OF THE MATCH
Man of the Match, Arsenal’s Saka, spoke to ITV after the game.
He said: “I think it was a really good performance. We played some really good football.
“Having already qualified, we played with a lot more freedom, time to express ourselves.
“I’m happy with my performance and the team. I was told to play my game and express myself, how I played for my club all season.”
MAH OF THAT
Arsenal are eyeing an ambitious move for Manchester City winger Riyad Mahrez, according to reports.
According to Eurosport, Arsenal are looking to be ambitious this summer after dropping out the European places for the first time in over two decades.
And Mahrez is one name that could be on his way out from City.
But it is unclear whether the Algerian would actually be in favour of a move to north London.
TOUGH START
Here’s Arsenal’s fixtures for the 2021-22 Premier League season!
They’ll stay in London for the first two visits against newcomers Brentford and Champions League winners Chelsea.
But will travel away to the defending Premier League champions afterwards.
GOOD MORNING GUNNERS FANS
Arsenal are targeting Manchester City duo Raheem Sterling and Riyad Mahrez, according to reports.
But the title-winning duo are set to snub interest from the Gunners.
Mikel Arteta’s side are sounding out the calibre of player that could potentially be recruited this summer.
According to Eurosport, however, neither are interested in moving to North London.
Meanwhile, Arsenal have reportedly joined Man United in the hunt for Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin.
The Telegraph claims Mikel Arteta is ready to offload several players to raise funds for the England ace.
Everton are holding out for a £50million fee for their star man.
And SunSport understands Carlo Ancelotti would like to sign Calvert-Lewin for Real Madrid.
Finally, Arsenal are edging closer to signing Ben White – leaving William Saliba pondering his Emirates’ future.
The Gunners remain favourites to land Brighton’s England centre-back White, despite having an initial £40million offer rejected.
Now football.london suggest France Under-20 defender Saliba is ‘assessing his options’.
The 20-year-old has already been loaned back to Saint-Etienne, as well as Nice.
And there have been few signs that Gunners’ boss Mikel Arteta is willing to give him a serious stab at the first team any time soon.
BRIGHT IDEA
Arsenal are edging closer to signing Ben White – leaving William Saliba pondering his Emirates’ future.
The Gunners remain favourites to land Brighton’s England centre-back White, despite having an initial £40million offer rejected.
Now football.london suggest France Under-20 defender Saliba is ‘assessing his options’.
The 20-year-old has already been loaned back to Saint-Etienne, as well as Nice.
And there have been few signs that Gunners’ boss Mikel Arteta is willing to give him a serious stab at the first team any time soon.
FT – CZECH REPUBLIC 0 ENGLAND 1
Raheem Sterling’s goal sealed top spot for England and set up a tasty last-16 clash against one of France, Germany or Portugal.
The Three Lions controlled proceedings at Wembley as they finished the group stage unbeaten and without conceding a single goal.
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RAHEEM DREAM
Arsenal are targeting Manchester City duo Raheem Sterling and Riyad Mahrez, according to reports.
But the title-winning duo are set to snub interest from the Gunners.
Mikel Arteta’s side are sounding out the calibre of player that could potentially be recruited this summer.
According to Eurosport, however, neither are interested in moving to North London.
SHERE BELIEF
Jack Wilshere asked ‘what is going on?’ after Arsenal axed beloved coach Steve Bould after 33 years of service.
Wilshere tweeted: “Can’t believe it.
“Another proper Arsenal man gone! What is going on??
What a coach and what a guy… All the best Bouldy.”
LONDON CALLING
Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham are set to face off in August during pre-season.
The Gunners announced that they will meet their London rivals to promote mental health awareness by taking part in The Mind Series.
The three clubs will join forces with Mind – the UK’s leading mental health charity – and funds raised from the series will be split between the charity and the respective club foundations supporting mental health and wellbeing.
ENGLAND TEAM
Harry Maguire, Bukayo Saka and Jack Grealish get their first starts of the Euros for England tonight.
The trio are in Gareth Southgate’s XI to take on Czech Republic, with Kyle Walker also returning to the fold.
But there is NO Phil Foden in the match squad, while Mason Mount and Ben Chilwell are self-isolating.
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Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
