Arsenal ‘step up chase’ for £65m-rated lethal striker amid fresh interest in long-term target

A look at all the latest Arsenal transfer news and rumours as Mikel Arteta’s men prepare to return to Premier League action ahead of Monday night.
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The Premier League is almost back with the international break now behind us.

After a postponement and the break, it feels like an age since Arsenal last played, and the wait will go on until Monday, when they will face Crystal Palace.

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Mikel Arteta’s men will be desperate to add to their win over Aston Villa before the break, and to maintain their lead in the top four race.

But as the wait continues, we are looking ahead to the summer with all the latest transfer news and rumours:

Nunez interest

Arsenal continue to be linked with Benfica striker Darwin Nunez ahead of this summer.

Nunez is a man in demand having stood out for the Portuguese giants this season, both in Primeira Liga and the Champions League.

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SportWitness have pointed out that A Bola have once again listed the clubs who have shown a genuine interest in Nunez ahead of the summer, and Arsenal are featured on that list.

The striker is set to cost at least £65million this summer.

Aouar preparations

The Gunners are said to be positioning themselves to sign long-term target Houssem Aouar this summer, should the opportunity present itself.

According to Foot Sur 7 via SportWitness, Aouar performances this season have been impacted by last summer’s failed transfer, leading to question marks over his future.

The 23-year-old is under contract until 2023, but according to the report, he could become available, and Arsenal are said to be preparing themselves for that outcome.

Gunners miss out on starlet

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Arsenal have missed out on Brazilian starlet Vinicius Tobias.

The Gunners were said to be interested in the 18-year-old Shakhtar Donetsk full-back, along with Pep Guardiola and Manchester City.

But as per a number of reports, the youngster has decided to join Real Madrid on a loan deal until the summer, when he will be given a five-year contract.