Lucas Perez

Newcastle United manager Rafael Benitez has admitted that he is interested in Arsenal forward Lucas Perez.

Lucas Perez’s agent has denied that the forward is in talks with Roma over a move to Serie A this summer.

AS Roma have become the latest club to be linked to departing striker Lucas Perez, according to reports.

Lucas Perez’s agent, Rodrigo Fernandez Lovelle, is reportedly in Istanbul at the moment in order to completely his client’s move to Fenerbahce.

Rafa Benitez claims that Newcastle are working on a ‘breakthrough’ in their pursuit of Lucas Perez.

Lucas Perez has reportedly handed in a formal transfer request just hours after Arsene Wenger confirmed that the forward would be leaving Arsenal this summer, just one year after he signed from Deportivo.

Charlie Nicholas has said that Arsenal must follow Chelsea’s example and reduce their squad size. 

Lucas Perez’s agent has said there is plenty of interest in the forward from all around Europe.

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has confirmed that Lucas Perez will be leaving the club, admitting the increased competition in attack means he can’t promise the Spaniard game time.

Arsene Wenger has reportedly apologised to Lucas Perez for giving away his shirt number without consulting him.

Lucas Perez would be willing to join Newcastle should they make an offer.

Arsenal’s attempted summer clear-out has been hampered by their players refusing to accept less money elsewhere.

Newcastle United are interested in signing Lucas Perez and can meet his asking price, but Deportivo are the ideal destination for the want-away attacker without the funds to sign him.

Arsene Wenger has hinted that Lucas Perez could play for Arsenal next season. 

Arsenal’s pursuit for Thomas Lemar and Alexis’ sickness dominated news, coupled with a potential £126m loss for the Gunners. Arsenal also picked up a piece of silverware.

Deportivo made a bid for Lucas Perez last week as player and agent reportedly wait for Arsenal’s response.

Reiss Nelson and Joe Willock have continued to train with Arsenal’s first team ahead of the Emirates Cup this weekend.

Lucas Perez’s agent has reportedly flown to London to encourage Arsenal to allow his client to leave.

Lucas Perez’s agent Rodrigo Fernandez believes Deportivo have made the best offer to Arsenal and is frustrated there still hasn’t been any agreement with the La Liga side.

Arsenal’s Lucas Perez is a target for former club Deportivo, but the Spaniards can’t afford to meet his asking price.