‘Not correct’ - Fabrizio Romano delivers fresh Declan Rice to Arsenal update as player admits transfer desire

Arsenal are already hard at work preparing for the new season after a solid campaign last time out.

The Gunners made a run at the Premier League title last season, and they will now be looking to go one better next season while also juggling the Champions League after finishing second last term. New signings will be required to ensure Mikel Arteta has a squad good enough to achieve that mission, and the Gunners are set to invest big with the signing of Declan Rice, but incomings are not likely to end there.

With that in mind, we have rounded up all the latest transfer news surrounding the Emirates Stadium.

Romano on Rice

Fabrizio Romano has provided the latest on Arsenal’s pursuit of Rice as the deal edges slowly towards a conclusion.

“The rumours that circulated today on social media about Arsenal or West Ham walking away from the deal, at the moment, I’m told this is not correct while I’m speaking,” Romano said on his YouTube channel.

“The medical has not been booked yet, but it will happen in the next days if everything goes to plan. So, no worries, Arsenal fans. Declan Rice is really close and it’s about the final discussions on the payment terms to get it done. Be patient.”

Lokonga exit likely

Arsenal star Albert Sambi Lokonga has admitted he is looking for game time amid reports of his exit this summer.

“I don’t know,” he responded when asked about a move by YouTube channel Wonhee Hyung. The midfielder added: “I will try to go somewhere where I can play so that’s the most important thing for me – to have some games and play game after game.”

Lokonga spent time on loan with Crystal Palace last season, but he might have to move on permanently this summer having made just 25 league appearances for Arsenal to date.