Arsenal Gossip

Sunderland have agreed a deal with Bayer Leverkusen for the transfer of Granit Xhaka, according to reports, despite Erik ten Hag’s insistence the player would stay.

Chelsea are closing in on a deal to sign long-term Arsenal target Jorrel Hato from Ajax for more than €40m, according to a report.

Flamengo want to sign Gabriel Jesus on a loan with an obligation to buy, according to reports from Brazil.

Tottenham Hotspur have missed out on Morgan Gibbs-White, with the midfielder extending his Nottingham Forest contract ahead of Thursday’s north London derby friendly match.

Arsenal remain in contact with Eberechi Eze’s camp over a potential summer move, amid mixed reports over whether the club have started initial talks with Crystal Palace.

Benjamin Sesko’s camp lowered their demands after realising Arsenal were moving for Viktor Gyokeres, but it was too late to make a deal possible.

Fulham are in advanced talks with Arsenal for the signing of Reiss Nelson, but the deal is not done yet and the exact nature of the transfer is unclear.

Newcastle United could make a move for Arsenal-linked Benjamin Sesko this summer, though a deal could depend on the club bringing in a big fee for Alexander Isak first.

Swedish journalist Amanda Zaza has reported that Arsenal forward Rosa Kafaji is going to get a loan to Brighton and Hove Albion.

Arsenal reportedly plan to step up their interest in Eberechi Eze now that the Viktor Gyokeres transfer is all but complete, though they’d prefer to sell before buying.

Arsenal are yet to officially confirm Remy Mitchell re-signing for the club, but the young goalkeeper was included in the squad for the u21s’ pre-season friendly this weekend.

Flamengo are preparing an offer of a loan with an option to buy for injured Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus, according to a report.

Viktor Gyokeres was caught on camera travelling to London on Friday, with the player scheduled to hold his medical with Arsenal on Saturday.

Napoli are eyeing Raheem Sterling after his disappointing loan spell, with Antonio Conte exploring options to strengthen his attack ahead of the new Serie A season.

Viktor Gyökeres will arrive in London today for a medical before completing his move from Sporting CP to Arsenal, with a long-term contract already agreed.

Arsenal have ended their interest in Rodrygo, leaving Liverpool in pole position to move for the Real Madrid winger if Luis Díaz departs for Bayern Munich.

Cristhian Mosquera says goodbye to Valencia ahead of his transfer, thanking fans and team-mates after rejecting interest from Bournemouth and Serie A clubs.

A BOLA say Viktor Gyökeres will finalise his transfer today, with the striker expected to sign a five-year deal before joining the pre-season touring squad.

Arsenal’s move to sign Will Wright from Salford City isn’t done yet, with a fee agreed but talks ongoing over personal terms, according to a report.

Chelsea have opened talks for the signing of Arsenal-linked Jorrel Hato of Ajax, with the player reportedly keen on the move.