Arsenal wait on Timber as Nelson exit talks open

Arsenal are reportedly showing interest in Chelsea winger Pedro Neto, though he is not their priority target and would cost at least £70m.
Cristian Romero has rejected Arsenal despite their interest and chosen Atletico Madrid, with reports saying Tottenham have accepted an offer and terms are nearly agreed.
Bruno Guimaraes could make his Arsenal debut this week, while Arteta's side also face Como and Manchester City as the club push for a left-winger.
Marli Salmon is set to stay at Arsenal until at least January, with Arteta keeping the 16-year-old defender around the first team as cover while William Saliba is injured.
Niko Kovac praised Viktor Gyokeres as 'strong', 'quick' and 'very direct' after Arsenal's 3-2 loss to Dortmund, while the striker insisted the Community Shield matters.
Bruno Guimaraes is tipped to make his Arsenal debut against Como, with White and Mosquera likely to fill in at the back amid injuries to Timber and Saliba.
West Ham have opened talks with Arsenal over Reiss Nelson. Arsenal would prefer a permanent sale, though a loan remains possible for the winger, who is entering the final year of his deal.
Cesc Fabregas returns to the Emirates with Como, with the focus on what reception he gets as Arsenal look to tighten up defensively in pre-season.
Chelsea and Manchester United have reportedly been offered Myles Lewis-Skelly after Arsenal signed Bruno Guimaraes, with the midfielder's path under Mikel Arteta now less clear. Livescore
Arsenal are linked with Pedro Neto, but the piece argues his modest goals and assists record, plus a £70m fee, make him a poor fit for Arteta's needs.
Bruno Guimaraes has been confirmed as an Arsenal player after a long-running transfer saga.
Arsenal are reportedly ahead of Manchester United in the race for Club Brugge left-back Joaquin Seys, valued at £30m, though no move is advanced yet.
Reports suggest Arsenal could sell Gabriel Martinelli for £30m-35m, a fee the piece says would spark fan backlash and underline concerns over the club's sales.
Arteta said Jurrien Timber is progressing well and back on the pitch, but still 'weeks away' from returning before the season starts.
After missing out on Vinicius Jr but signing Bruno Guimaraes for £75m, Arteta said Arsenal are still trying to add the right player before the deadline.
Arsenal's title-winning mentality and improved squad depth are framed as the two flaws finally solved, giving Arteta's side stronger foundations for another Premier League push.
Arsenal are exploring a move for a young English midfielder even after signing Bruno Guimaraes.
Gabriel Jesus' agent said Napoli's interest is not advanced and a deal with Arsenal is currently remote, despite enquiries from several Italian clubs.
Arsenal are considering Jules Kounde as Barcelona would accept a major bid. The versatile France defender fits Arteta's needs amid injuries to William Saliba and Jurrien Timber.