The Gunners have since all but signed Zubimendi, who famously rejected a move to Liverpool last summer. Arsenal fans have shown some concern about the Zubimendi deal , after Real Madrid entered the conversation to sign him. However, Arsenal remain confident of signing Zubimendi this summer.

Arsenal have remained engaged in talks over the potential signing of either Benjamin Sesko or Viktor Gyokeres in recent weeks. The club are determined to strengthen their attacking options ahead of the new season and is seeking a more reliable and consistent presence up front.

Liverpool are prepared to sell off Federico Chiesa and Darwin Nunez in order to fund a raft of new signings this summer. Both are thought to be close to leaving the club, with Napoli emerging as a potential destination for the pair. The Reds are hoping to recoup £90m for the pair.

While Arsenal’s focus remains firmly on completing an £84 million deal for Benjamin Sesko, the club’s openness to consider Nusa reveals a shift in strategic thinking. Rather than fixating solely on a new number nine, Arteta may be looking to build a more versatile attacking unit.

Arsenal's priority forward target for this summer remains Benjamin Sesko, Sporting News understands.The Gunners are expected to prioritise the addition of a top-level forward this summer, with Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyokores also admired by those within the executive team at Emirates Stadium.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta wants a top quality striker to boost his team's title hopes next season but there are also set to be outgoings before the 2025-26 campaign kicks off

Arsenal are looking for solutions after a season where a lack of quality in the final third cost them key points. Mikel Arteta wants to add players who are good in one-on-one situations, have pace

Benjamin Sesko is a target up front, while, Arsenal are also scouring the market for wingers. Nico Williams has been linked to Arsenal for ages, while Anthony Gordon is on Arsenal’s radar as well. Leroy Sane has also been looked at by Arsenal, and he’s a player Mikel Arteta knows very well.

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Newcastle United have been dealt a fresh blow as Arsenal have joined the pursuit for Crystal Palace’s captain, Marc Guehi. The England international, who recently lifted the FA Cup with Palace, is entering the final year of his contract, and top Premier League clubs have started to circle.