After seven years at the club, Granit Xhaka's time as an Arsenal player looks to be over with the midfielder in advanced talks to join Bayer Leverkusen, football.london understands.
Despite enjoying his best season at Emirates Stadium where a more advanced midfield role has seen him hit 14 goal contributions from 45 games, Xhaka is seeking a new challenge away from the Gunners. His expected departure subsequently presents further dilemma's in the middle of the park for Mikel Arteta and Edu with additions in that position desperately needed.
As football.london have reported throughout 2023, West Ham star Declan Rice is the priority summer target for Arsenal. Other options in midfield include Brighton's Moises Caicedo, Real Sociedad's Martin Zubimendi, Chelsea star Mason Mount and Mohamed Kudus of Ajax.
