Gabriel Martinelli has reportedly informed the Arsenal hierarchy that he has no intention of joining Galatasaray despite the Turkish giants stepping up their pursuit of the winger. The Brazilian international remains focused on his career in north London even as the Gunners evaluate their attacking options for the new campaign.
Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino believes the Gunners have now assembled the most formidable engine room in world football following the blockbuster arrival of Bruno Guimaraes. The Brazilian international completed a £75 million move from Newcastle United this summer, further bolstering a squad that successfully achieved their Premier League title dream last term.
Arsenal have reportedly opened negotiations with Galatasaray regarding a stunning move for Victor Osimhen, potentially bringing the Nigerian superstar to the Premier League at last. The Gunners are exploring the deal as part of wider discussions with the Turkish giants that involve several other high-profile names moving in the opposite direction.
Ezri Konsa has made his feelings clear on a move to north London after Aston Villa shocked Arsenal by demanding exactly double their initial offer. Mikel Arteta is desperate to land the England defender following William Saliba's injury, but Villa's staggering new price tag threatens to derail the transfer.
Mikel Arteta has revealed that Bruno Guimaraes was desperate to pull on the Arsenal shirt for the first time during the Gunners' final pre-season friendly. The Brazilian midfielder, who recently completed a high-profile move from Newcastle, made his bow in a 1-1 draw against Como at the Emirates Stadium.