Arsenal transfer rumours: Gunners to offer Man City star hefty pay rise, Mikel Arteta makes Belgium star a priority
Here are the best of today’s Premier League transfer rumours.
Arsenal confirmed the exit of Alexandre Lacazette on Friday after five years at the club.
The striker’s contract expired this summer and he has now become a free agent.
His departure leaves Eddie Nketiah and Folarin Balogun as the Gunners’ only recognised strikers, with Mikel Arteta desperate to add to his attacking ranks ahead of next season.
Arsenal have been linked with the likes of Serge Gnabry, Gabriel Jesus and Dominic Calvert-Lewin in their search for a new number nine.
Here are today’s rumours...
1. West Ham target ex-Tottenham ace
West Ham are reportedly interested in a move for Brentford midfielder Christian Eriksen. The 30-year-old is also a target for former club Tottenham. (Claret and Hugh)
2. Arsenal to offer Man City star hefty pay rise
Arsenal are reportedly willing to offer Manchester City striker Gabriel Jesus £190,000 a week to join them this summer. The 25-year-old is thought to earn around £110,000 a week at the Etihad Stadium. (The Sun)
3. Nottingham Forest weighing up move for England international
Nottingham Forest are reportedly considering a swoop for Burnley goalkeeper Nick Pope. However, the Clarets want a whopping £40 million for the 30-year-old. (Football League World)
4. Sunderland eye released Wolves veteran
Sunderland are reportedly interested in signing John Ruddy after he was released by Wolves. The goalkeeper departs Molineux Stadium after five years with the club. (Sunday Mirror)