Arsenal step up Bruno Guimaraes move
Arsenal face Liverpool competition for Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa. The report says Arteta's side remain keen, but the England international must decide on his next move.
Arteta said Arsenal want a 'different dimension' and a better squad, with plans becoming 'very concrete' soon. Interest remains in Vinicius Jr, Julian Alvarez and Bruno Guimaraes.
Arsenal are reportedly using intermediaries to gauge Bruno Guimaraes' fee and wages without a formal bid. The piece questions whether that is smart negotiating or disrespectful to Newcastle.
Arsenal's attack could change significantly before the new Premier League season, with Kai Havertz potentially facing stronger competition for his place.
Eddie Howe could not give 'assurances' on Bruno Guimaraes' future, admitting Newcastle are 'not in control'. Arsenal are targeting the captain, though Howe said he wants to keep him.
Arsenal are monitoring Lille attacker Matias Fernandez-Pardo. The 21-year-old is admired and a move could be explored next week, though Lille are reluctant to sell.
Tim Vickery said Vinicius Jr to Arsenal is gaining traction in Brazil, where the club already have strong support. A deal depends on his Real Madrid contract talks.
Arsenal believe a Bruno Guimaraes deal could be done by Sunday after raising their offer to £75m. Newcastle want £80m, but the midfielder is said to be open to the move.
The piece says Arsenal need Bruno Guimaraes, Vinicius Jr, Julian Alvarez and Ivan Fresneda, plus departures, to strengthen Arteta's squad before the window closes.
Arsenal are said to have four Vinicius Jr alternatives - Antonio Nusa, Christian Pulisic, Brahim Diaz and Ibrahim Mbaye - with the piece arguing none match the Brazilian's level.
Arsenal are reportedly stepping up interest in Sporting right-back Ivan Fresneda as Arteta weighs defensive cover after William Saliba's injury. A deal could progress next week.
Manchester City are close to signing Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille, a move framed as easing Arsenal's path to Bruno Guimaraes while sparing them a project signing in midfield.
Jurrien Timber has returned to London from Arsenal's Spain camp for planned groin rehabilitation, not a setback. He is expected back in Spain and could still face Girona.
Khari Ranson's sharp pre-season saves have fuelled claims Arsenal need not have signed Illan Meslier, with the 18-year-old academy keeper seen as a better third-choice option.
Mainz sporting director Christian Heidel said Kaishu Sano could be sold if a huge bid arrives. Arsenal are among clubs linked with the 25-year-old, valued at about €60m.
Arsenal target Eli Junior Kroupi is set for 3-4 months out after foot surgery, making a summer move unlikely. Bournemouth had also been adamant the 20-year-old was not for sale.
AC Milan, now led by Ruben Amorim, have made contact over Ethan Nwaneri. Arsenal are open to a sale but want to retain control, with Leipzig, Fulham and Everton also keen.
Arsenal have all but ended their pursuit of Vinicius Jr after accepting the Real Madrid winger is expected to renew his contract, leaving little chance of a summer deal.
