All the latest Arsenal transfer news in one place, including updates on Benjamin Sesko, Rodrygo and Nico Williams.
Exclusive: Arsenal make Sesko breakthrough
FootballTransfers can reveal that Arsenal made a breakthrough in the talks with RB Leipzig for striker Benjamin Sesko. Arsenal are expected to place an official bid for the Slovenian early next week after finding common ground with the Bundesliga side on the finances of a potential deal.
Leipzig officials were recently in London for a second time to discuss Sesko’s future face-to-face, and it is believed that Arsenal’s bid for the 22-year-old will be closer to €100 million than his €80m release clause.
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Rodrygo happy at Real Madrid
Arsenal’s hopes of signing Rodrygo from Real Madrid appear to have taken a major hit following reports from Spain that the winger is keen to stay and fight for his place under Xabi Alonso.
The Brazilian hasn’t yet had a chance to have a discussion with Alonso over his role in the team, but Rodrygo is said to be happy and eager to get started under the Spaniard.
It seems that Arsenal will have to do a lot of convincing to make the signing of Rodrygo possible.
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Barcelona reignite Williams pursuit
Nico Williams appears to be increasingly slipping away from the Premier League despite interest from Chelsea and Arsenal. Barcelona are the latest club to have met with his agent.
Williams’ agent wanted to gauge Barcelona’s interest after the Athletic Club star was their top target last summer. Barcelona president Joan Laporta recently claimed that the Catalans were no longer interested.
However, this meeting tells a different story. Meanwhile, Bayern Munich remain in talks to sign the 22-year-old as well.
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Chelsea to send Guehi to Arsenal?
Crystal Palace are still interested in Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah, but a move is contingent on Marc Guehi’s potential departure. Chelsea are looking to sell Chalobah despite taking him along for the Club World Cup.
Arsenal were recently linked with Guehi, who is said to be available for as little as €53m due to his expiring contract. The Gunners’ signing of the Palace star would see Chalobah head back to Selhurst Park.
Chelsea, meanwhile, are seemingly prioritising other targets despite also being linked with Guehi in recent months. In addition to the above-mentioned Araujo, they are keen on Jorrel Hato.
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Pedro keen to move to London
Brighton forward Joao Pedro is prioritising a move to London over other cities such as Liverpool and Newcastle, according to teammate Igor Julio.
The Brazilian has been linked with a host of top Premier League clubs, including Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool, after deciding to push for a move away from Brighton this summer.
Pedro is believed to be valued at €60m-€70m by the Seagulls, who will not stand in his way if their asking price is met.
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Arsenal linked with Nusa
Arsenal are credited with an interest in RB Leipzig winger Antonio Nusa as an alternative to Rodrygo and Nico Williams.
The Gunners are said to be ready to pay as much as €45m for the Norway international.
However, there are major doubts over what he would be able to give to Arsenal after a disappointing Bundesliga season.
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