Arsenal are preparing for a busy summer transfer window as Edu aims to bolster Mikel Arteta's squad ahead of the new season. While the Gunners did impress in the previous campaign, they could not finish in a Champions League spot as they narrowly missed out to north London rivals Tottenham Hotspur.
It means they will have to settle for a return to the Europa League, adding extra fixtures to their schedule that wasn't a problem before. That said, Arteta will likely be relishing a return to continental football after a spell without it.
The challenge next season will be to go one further and confirm a place in the Champions League, all while being competitive in cup competitions. Plenty of exciting players have been linked with a move, and with that in mind, football.london takes a look at the latest news and transfer rumours.
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Aaron Hickey
According to Corriere dello Sport, as seen on Reddit, Brentford made an official offer for Aaron Hickey, worth €11million (£9.4million), in addition to a sale-on percentage but Bologna rejected the offer as it was too low.
The report adds that sources close to Arsenal have told the Italian outlet that the Gunners will make an offer of approximately €25million (£21.3million) to tempt the Serie A club into selling the Scottish full-back.
Eddie Nketiah
Arsenal striker Eddie Nketiah is now set to stay at the club, with one source telling Sky Sports News he is finalising details on a new contract.
Arthur Melo
As per the Daily Express, as cited by Sky Sports News, Juventus are reportedly preparing to offer Arsenal a swap deal that would see long-term target Arthur come to London in exchange for Gabriel Martinelli.
