Arsenal ‘close in’ on Mykhaylo Mudryk transfer as target ‘isolated’ by current club

Arsenal are now gearing up for the north London Derby as they look to protect their five-point lead at the top.

The Gunners allowed Manchester City to make up ground last weekend, and they will want to make it two from two in the derby this weekend to protect the lead they have build up so far. Mikel Arteta’s men have been in superb form this term, and this is another big test of their title ambitions, needing to hold their nerve in one of the biggest occasions of their season.

In the meantime, work continues in the transfer market, and here we round up all the latest transfer news and rumours surrounding the Emirates Stadium.

Mudryk latest

Arsenal are said to be in the final stages of wrapping up a deal for primary target Mykhaylo Mudryk.

According to Football London, the Gunners are now close to securing the winger after talks with Shakhtar Donetsk. An announcement is said to be close, but it looks like Mudryk will not be signed on time to face Tottenham this weekend, needing to pass through international clearance by Friday afternoon to feature.

It’s claimed the clubs are now discussing add-ons in the deal ahead of the transfer being wrapped up.

Fresh Trossard update

Brighton are said to have rejected an oversees bid for Leandro Trossard amid interest from Arsenal and Tottenham.

According to talkSPORT, the Seagulls have rejected an offer from an unnamed club, though a transfer may have to go through one way or another. The report claims Roberto de Zerbi has been unimpressed with Trossard wanting a move away, and he is now said to be training on his oen away from the first team.

There could be an opportunity for Arsenal to strike a deal if they opt to.