Another day and still no progress in Arsenal’s search for a new centre-forward as Mikel Arteta continues to search for the missing piece in their complicated title puzzle.
While there is still communication about a technical for Manchester City’s Julian Alvarez, Newcastle’s reluctance to do business with Alexander Isak may force a reconsideration of who sees the Spanish targeting an open striker.
Meanwhile, the long-awaited departure of Eddie Nketiah has taken a new turn, with Marseille now contemplating election roles after their latest offer for the Hale End graduate was flatly rejected by the Gunners.
Here are all the main movements to watch from North London over the last 24 hours. . .
Eddie Nketiah’s proposal to move to Marseille gained traction after the French giants reportedly began talks with Borussia Dortmund about a loan-to-own deal for Youssoufa Moukoko.
Arsenal have reportedly rejected three offers from Marseille for the 25-year-old England international as his £30m valuation has yet to be reached.
The Gunners remain keen to do business, but Marseille’s new offer worth £23m has not met their demands and has been rejected.
But it turns out that Marseille are now the chosen target, with the much-loved Frenchman Moukoko, 19, as the most sensible on his agenda.
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Arsenal have turned their attention to signing a full-back striker in the face of Newcastle’s reluctance to Alexander Isak.
Mikel Arteta is looking for a reliable striker this summer in the hope of taking Manchester City ahead of Manchester City in the Premier League name race. But the Arsenal manager faced primary setbacks in acquiring either of his two favorite No 9 picks: RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko and Newcastle’s Isak.
Newcastle have since made it clear that Isak, who scored 21 league goals last season, is not for sale. And Toon are reluctant to let him sign for Arsenal, especially because of the latter’s attitude towards public clubs in the boardrooms.
Arsenal icon Ray Parlor believes the signing of Spanish star Mikel Merino by his former club will delight Declan Rice.
Euro 2024 star Merino is preparing for the Gunners’ third arrival in the summer. They have already secured the permanent signings of goalkeeper David Raya and defender Riccardo Calafiori, valued at £42m.
Mikel Arteta is reportedly keen to bring the 28-year-old midfielder to the Emirates for a reasonable £25 million. And reports recommend that Merino has already agreed non-public terms with the north London club.
That’s what Parlor had to say!
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