Arsenal eye double Serie A transfer raid as Man Utd transfer target ‘considered’

Arsenal are now eagerly awaiting the final game of the season as they look to wrap up the top four race.

The Gunners are still holding on to fourth place, holding off Tottenham for another weekend thanks to their win over West Ham United.

Mikel Arteta’s men still have big tests to pass, including a six-pointer against Tottenham, but they are in the driving seat for now.

And as we wait for Premier League action to resume, we have rounded up all the latest transfer news and rumours.

Akanji links

Arsenal are said to be likely to rival Manchester United for Borussia Dortmund star Manuel Akanji.

According to Sport Bild, the Gunners are likely to pursue a move for the defender, who is said to be likely to leave Germany this summer.

Dortmund have already snapped up two new defenders, perhaps in preparation for the departure of Akanji.

Hickey option

Another defender on the radar of Arsenal is Bologna star Aaron Hickey, according to reports.

Arteta has had struggles on the left side of defence, with Kieran Tierney struggling consistently with injuries.

According to football.london, Hickey is on Arsenal’s shortlist, with the 19-year-old Scot impressing in Italy, already racking up 44 senior appearances in Serie A.

Martinez hope

The Gunners are being tipped to make a fresh move for Inter Milan star Lautaro Martinez this summer.

Martinez has been regularly linked with a move to the Emirates Stadium, and according to The Times, Arsenal are hoping their improved Champions League prospects will help them pull off a deal.

Though, it’s detailed that United could also make a move, and are considering offering Anthony Martial as part of a possible swap deal.