Mikel Arteta and Edu Gaspar continue work behind-the-scenes in improving Arsenal's squad ahead of the 2023/24 season. Having finished second in the Premier League and qualified for the Champions League, there is immense pressure on the summer window.
West Ham star Declan Rice is a priority target at London Colney, football.london understands. The Gunners are preparing a bid for the England international, though it is thought to be distant in valuation between the two parties.
At the current time of writing, Arsenal are favourites to sign Rice - despite interest from Bayern Munich, Manchester United and Chelsea. But alternatives to the 24-year-old are on standby should a deal fail to be agreed.
