Arsenal are reportedly open to allowing Thomas Partey to leave the club this summer. The Gunners are already set to see Granit Xhaka leave after a deal with Bayer Leverkusen is expected at €15million (£13million) football.london understands.
These absences were previously discussed as being something of a potential concern this summer if allowed to happen. Arsenal go into the new season needing to add strength in depth to their squad, however, the loss of these two starters creates an even greater need in the market.
Although Jorginho somewhat overtook Partey in the pecking order at the end of the season, the Ghanaian remains one of the best players in his position in the league. Arsenal have had a bid rejected for Declan Rice, upwards of £90million including add-ons, football.london understands and hold an interest in Moises Caicedo, and Romeo Lavia and have made an offer to sign Ilkay Gundogan on a free transfer.
