ARSENAL are reportedly keen on securing the services of Manchester City full-back Joao Cancelo this summer.
But the Gunners could focus on Declan Rice first as they are worried that they will be priced out of a mega-money similar to the Mykhaylo Mudryk saga.
And it's not just the big-spending Blues they are worried about this time as Manchester United, Manchester City and Liverpool are also very keen on the England international.
However, Arsenal starboy Bukayo Saka's new contract is almost done and will be announced soon according to reports.
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- Ian Tuckey
Raphinha blasts claims of Barca exit
Barcelona winger Raphinha – linked to Arsenal – has blasted talk of a summer exit as "fake news".
Newcastle are also though to be keen on the ex-Leeds hero.
But 16-cap Brazilian Raphinha, 26, said: “Fake news. Who shared that news is not well informed [and] not professional.”
- Ian Tuckey
Balogun 'ready for Champions League club'
Ex-Man Utd and Arsenal defender Mikael Silvestre reckons Gunners' striker Folarin Balogun should move on to play Champions League football.
Balogun, 21, has been linked with top clubs like Marseille, AC Milan and RB Leipzig after shining on loan for Reims.
Frenchman Silvestre told bettingexpert.com: "Folarin Balogun has proven this year in Ligue 1 that he’s ready.
"He’s taken his chances and his confidence has grown.
“He’s ready for European football at the highest level which is the Champions League.
“He needs to go where he’s going to play and start. He just needs to find the place where he’s wanted as a number one.
“Italy and England would be good destinations for him.”
- Ian Tuckey
Bayer speak over Granit links
Bayer Leverkusen have refused to rule out talk of a summer deal for Arsenal star Granit Xhaka.
Director Simon Rolfes said: “There are always rumours.
“We are looking around the market, but I will not comment on that.
“We want to fundamentally improve our team. There will be changes, we want to create new impetus.”
- Giacomo Pisa
Arsenal back in for Vlahovic
The Gunners are reportedly set to rekindle their interest in Duhan Vlahovic.
The striker was linked with a move to the Emirates before he joined Juventus from Fiorentina in January 2022.
And now Tuttomercatoweb claim Mikel Arteta's side could reignite their interest in Vlahovic and submit an offer in the summer.
However, Juve will reportedly demand £60million-£70million for his services.
- Giacomo Pisa
Gunners eyeing City swoop
Arsenal are reportedly looking at pinching another star from Manchester City.
The Gunners signed Oleksandr Zinchenko and Gabriel Jesus from their Premier League title rivals.
And now Mikel Arteta's side are claimed to be keen on Joao Cancelo.
The full-back is currently on loan at Bayern Munich, but is reportedly unlikely to return to Pep Guardiola's first team when his time in Germany comes to an end.
90min claim Arteta believes Cancelo would fit into his team well.
- Giacomo Pisa
More on new Ramsdale deal
It was reported earlier that Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale has agreed a new contract.
The shot stopper will be handed fresh terms as a reward for making the goalkeeper's shirt his own, according to The Athletic.
Ramsdale's current deal had the option to be extended to 2026.
However, that clause will reportedly be "superseded" when the England ace officially puts pen to paper on a new contract.
- Anthony Chapman
New deal for goalie Ramsdale
Aaron Ramsdale has agreed a new Arsenal contract.
Fabrizio Romano claims the goalie has struck terms on a deal with an improved wage.
Ramsdale joins Bukayo Saka in striking fresh terms with the Gunners.
And Mikel Arteta is now looking to secure William Saliba's long-term future.
- Anthony Chapman
Zubi ain't got Scooby Doo
Martin Zubimendi insists he knows nothing about reports suggesting he's set to leave Real Sociedad for Arsenal.
The Spanish midfielder said: “I have never planned to leave Real Sociedad — I always say that.
"I love life here, at home, I’m so happy here.
“The value of this club are same as mine so I feel very good, I always said that I’m happy."
- Anthony Chapman
Prodigies urged to quit Arsenal
Gilberto Silva has warned Charlie Patino and Folarin Balogun they must leave Arsenal to develop their careers.
He told Casinositenl: “The players want to play games, they get frustrated when they don’t play and, at some point, you have to make a decision.
“I think if Patino and Balogun have decided to move, it’s okay if they want to experience something different.
“For Arsenal, if they decide to let them go, that is part of the process. Sometimes players can thrive elsewhere at new clubs.”
- Anthony Chapman
Poch wants new Mount deal
Mauricio Pochettino wants to keep Mason Mount out of rivals’ clutches.
That’s by handing the Chelsea star a new contract.
Man Utd and Arsenal have both been linked with the England ace, whose deal expires in 2024.
But the Mail claims Poch is a huge fan of Mount and wants to make him a key player.
- Anthony Chapman
Henry reveals new football plan
Thierry Henry has revealed his five new rules to revolutionise football – including extra points for goals.
The Arsenal legend knows a thing or two about the beautiful game, having scored 417 career goals, including a club-record 228 for the Gunners.
And he believes his plan can revolutionise football around the world.
SEE HENRY’S FOOTBALL PLAN HERE
- Anthony Chapman
New deal for Saka ‘soon’
Fabrizio Romano says Bukayo Saka has agreed his new Arsenal deal and an announcement will be made shortly.
He tweeted: Bukayo Saka will sign new contract soon as it’s only matter of time.
“It was agreed two months ago, it’s sealed — there are no changes.
“New deal will be valid until June 2028 — Arsenal announcement expected soon.”
- Anthony Chapman
Leverkusen talk up Xhaka swoop
Bayer Leverkusen have refused to rule out talk of a summer deal for Arsenal star Granit Xhaka.
Director Simon Rolfes said: "There are always rumours.
"We are looking around the market, but I will not comment on that.
"We want to fundamentally improve our team. There will be changes, we want to create new impetus."
- Anthony Chapman
Tough rap for Raphinha rumours
Raphinha has poured cold water on links with Arsenal amid talk he could be sold by Barcelona.
The Gunners tried signing him from Leeds last summer before Chelsea hijacked the deal.
But Raphinha snubbed the Blues as well when Barcelona came in with a late offer.
The Brazilian said: "Fake news. Who shared that news is not well informed [and] not professional."
- Anthony Chapman
Arteta told to play ‘baller’
Paul Merson believes Arsenal need to utilise Jorginho better after the midfielder’s brilliant performance against Newcastle.
He said: “Don’t talk to me about ballers! It’s about keeping the ball, looking after the ball, passing and moving. Jorginho was man-of-the-match at Newcastle because he did just that.
“What he did won’t be on social media, kids won’t be watching that, there won’t be clips, because what he does goes under the radar.
“For me, Jorginho has to play for Arsenal. They have got the ammunition up front, we have seen that, [Gabriel] Martinelli and [Bukayo] Saka have delivered, whereas Jorginho brings balance.”
- Anthony Chapman
Neymar told to join Arsenal
Former Arsenal star Gilberto Silva has urged Neymar to swap PSG for the Gunners.
He told Casinositenl: "Everyone knows the quality of Neymar, I don’t need to speak about his quality. I love the way he plays and I would love to see him at Arsenal instead of Newcastle because I love the boy as a player, but he also has a lot to contribute to football.
"He’s suffered some injury problems which have made life hard for him, but he has so much more to offer any football club.
"How would he fit in? Well, this would be a great task for Mikel! We have to wait and see, I don’t want to talk about a player who is still contracted to PSG."
- Anthony Chapman
Former Gunner in club hunt
Ex-Arsenal starlet Dan Crowley is a free agent.
That’s after being released by Morcambe following their relegation to League Two.
The midfielder was once hailed as a “special talent” by Arsene Wenger.
But Crowley is now on the hunt for a new club just six months after joining the Shrimps.
- Anthony Chapman
Arsenal told to be prepared
Arsenal have been warned Brighton are ready to bounce back with a vengeance this weekend.
That’s after they were thumped 5-1 by Everton.
Boss Robert De Zerbi said: "I think on Sunday (against Arsenal), we will show our quality and be back to playing our style.
"You will see the true Brighton.”
- Anthony Chapman
Arsenal urged to keep Xhaka
Arsenal superfan and talkSPORT star Laura Woods hopes Granit Xhaka does not leave the club.
She said: "If they’re [Arsenal] in the Champions League next season and they need a little bit more depth in that team and you’ve got someone like Granit Xhaka who is the unofficial captain in so many ways, I really wouldn’t want to lose him.
"I understand if he wanted to have a move and play first-team football consistently and if you’re bringing in like a Declan Rice or a Moises Caicedo, that might edge him out a little bit.
"But I think he’s got so much more of his Arsenal career still to live out. I adore him, he’s been my favourite player since the whole revival of Granit Xkaka. I just love him, so I’d be gutted to see him leave."
- Anthony Chapman
Crocked star gets poster flack
Arsenal star William Saliba has shown off his home gym.
But brutal fans "want him sold" for the poster he has on his wall.
Saliba installed a gym at his pad to keep fit after injuring himself in March.
SEE SALIBA'S SHOCK POSTER HERE
- Tony Robertson
Good morning Arsenal fans
Arsenal star Bukayo Saka's new contract is almost done and will be made official soon.
According to The Independent, Saka is close to signing on the dotted line to extend his stay at the Gunners.
This would allow the North Londoners to announce the extension before the end of the season.
The winger has been instrumental in the North Londoners' Premier League title bid this season with 14 goals and 11 assists in 45 matches across all competitions.
Meanwhile, Arsenal are also set to extend Aaron Ramsdale's contract after an impressive season.
Ramsdale has three years remaining on his current deal with the North Londoners.
But the Gunners are keen to reward the goalkeeper's performances with fresh terms more befitting of his status.
Just like Saka, the England international has played a crucial role in Arsenal's Premier League title bid.
And Bayer Leverkusen director of football Simon Rolfes has avoided being drawn in on speculation linking the club with Arsenal star Granit Xhaka.
Rolfes told Fussball Transfers: "There are always rumours.
"We are looking around the market, but I will not comment on that.
"We want to fundamentally improve our team. There will be changes, we want to create new impetus."
Finally, Barcelona star Raphinha has slammed suggestions that he will be sold this summer amid links with Arsenal.
The ex-Leeds ace has been linked with a Premier League return, with the Gunners and Newcastle interested in signing him.
But the winger has played down those rumours ahead of the summer transfer window.
Raphinha said: "Fake news. Who shared that news is not well informed [and] not professional."
- Kostas Lianos
Arsenal’s Hammer blow
Arsenal fear being priced out of a deal for £100million-rated West Ham superstar Declan Rice.
Signing Rice is the Gunners' top priority this summer and the club is convinced the player has his heart set on a move to the Emirates.
The North Londoners were hoping to pay around £80m for the 24-year-old and offer him a five-year contract worth up to £300,000 per week.
But after being gazumped by Chelsea for Mykhailo Mudryk in January, there are concerns at the club that history could repeat itself.
And it is not just the big-spending Blues they are worried about this time because Manchester United, Manchester City as well as Liverpool are also very keen on the star midfielder.
West Ham have made it clear it will take more than the £106m British transfer record which the West Londoners paid for Enzo Fernandez to convince them to sell their captain.
- Kostas Lianos
Nketiah praises team-mates
Arsenal ace Eddie Nketiah has praised Oleksandr Zinchenko and Gabriel Magalhaes but insists that the former's technical ability is a "joke".
Nketiah told the Premier League’s YouTube channel: “It’s tough man, I’m thinking out of two, Zini and Gabriel.
"Gabriel brings that oomph about him that you need, but for five-a-side Zini technically is a joke.
"So I’m going to go with Zinchenko, just because when I have the ball he brings the calmness."
Credit: Getty - Kostas Lianos
Raphinha addresses Arsenal links
Barcelona star Raphinha has slammed suggestions that he will be sold this summer amid links with Arsenal.
The ex-Leeds ace has been touted for a Premier League return, with the Gunners and Newcastle interested in signing him.
But the winger has played down the rumours ahead of the summer transfer window.
Raphinha said: "Fake news. Who shared that news is not well informed [and] not professional."
- Kostas Lianos
More from Merson
Arsenal legend Paul Merson insists Jorginho should be ultilised better at the Emirates.
Merson added: “Don’t talk to me about ballers! It’s about keeping the ball, looking after the ball, passing and moving. Jorginho was man-of-the-match at Newcastle because he did just that.
“What he did won’t be on social media, kids won’t be watching that, there won’t be clips, because what he does goes under the radar.
“For me, Jorginho has to play for Arsenal. They have got the ammunition up front, we have seen that, [Gabriel] Martinelli and [Bukayo] Saka have delivered, whereas Jorginho brings balance.”
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