It is becoming increasingly apparent that Mikel Arteta and technical director Edu are playing a crucial role in selling the Arsenal project to their transfer targets this summer.
Gabriel Jesus has already mentioned the positive conversations he held with the pair, highlighting how they assured him it was best for his career and ambitions moving forward.
The same is being said about Oleksandr Zinchenko, who is reportedly closing in on a £32m move from Manchester City. Arsenal had swiftly turned their attention to the Ukrainian international after pulling out of the race for Lisandro Martinez, and speedy negotiations have seen all parties reach an agreement.
