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Bizarrely, the Nigeria international doesn't seem to be an option for England's big hitters - but signing him would be seismic for either club

Chelsea are reportedly showing interest in an Arsenal star just as Noni Madueke has 'agreed' personal terms with the Gunners.

Arsenal have stepped up their pursuit of Chelsea winger Noni Madueke after Enzo Maresca told the Blues' wantaways they could leave.

Saudi Pro League giants Al-Nassr are determined to sign Rodrygo as they look for support for Cristiano Ronaldo in the attack. The Saudi side are reportedly ready to offer a blank cheque to the Brazilian and have already approached the player's representatives. The 25-year-old, however, would prefer to move to the Premier League instead of heading to the Middle East.

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca heaped praise on Noni Madueke but sent out a blunt message for the Arsenal-linked winger. The Gunners have reportedly initiated fresh round of transfer talks with Madueke's representatives as their search for a new attacker continues. The Blues reportedly value the 23-year-old England internatonal at £50 million ($68m).

Arsenal are "unable to comment" after Thomas Partey was formally charged with multiple sexual offences. The Metropolitan Police have charged Partey with a total of six offences, five of them being rape and one of sexual assault. These charges are connected to allegations made by three different women.

Leandro Trossard has made a significant change off the pitch that’s triggered speculation about his Arsenal future. The Belgium international recently ended his long-standing partnership with agent Josy Comhair and has now joined DH Sports and Entertainment Agency, a Germany-based firm. The timing of this development, alongside a stalled contract negotiation, has fans and pundits wondering if a move away from north London could be on the horizon.

Thomas Partey was due to get married on Saturday - the day after he was charged with rape by the Crown Prosecution Service.

Arsenal have entered into a fresh round of talks with Noni Madueke's representatives as the Gunners' search for new options in attack continues.

Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has been charged with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault. The charges involve three separate women, with the incidents said to have occurred between 2021 and 2022. The 32-year-old, who left Arsenal earlier this month, is expected to appear in court in early August.

Arsenal are concerned over the future of wonderkid Ethan Nwaneri, per a new report, with his contract set to expire at the end of the 2025-26 season.

Leeds United are interested in signing ex-Arsenal defender Nuno Tavares this summer, two months after his exit from the Gunners was confirmed.

Takehiro Tomiyasu has left Arsenal after the club agreed a contract termination with the Japan international, who has struggled with injuries.