The Gunners have been linked with a move for Leipzig 10 Xavi Simons, with the club reportedly looking to replace Martin Odegaard in the summer
Meanwhile, Sporting director Andrea Berta has also reportedly been in contact with RB Leipzig over a potential deal for Benjamin Sesko.
Elsewhere, Arsenal are targeting Rodrygo, who could be set to leave Real Madrid this summer.
In other news, SunSport can exclusively reveal that Arsenal want to bring Emi Martinez back to the club — if they lose David Raya to Spain.
The Gunners want to bring Emi Martinez back to the club — if they lose David Raya to Spain.
The Gunners are looking at an emergency move for former keeper Martinez, who was with them for eight years before switching to Aston Villa.
And Argentina World Cup winner Martinez, 32, would jump at a second chance to man the sticks at the Emirates should the deal come round.
Spaniard Raya, 29, is being linked with moves to La Liga after establishing himself as the Gunners No .1.
The former Blackburn prospect is short-listed at Real Madrid as a long-term replacement for Thibaut Courtois.
While he is also on the radar at neighbours Atletico — who fear Jan Oblak could be tempted by Saudi Arabian cash.
RB Leipzig are reportedly in contact with Arsenal’s sporting director Andrea Berta over a possible deal for Benjamin Sesko.
The Gunners are keen on adding firepower to their squad after another trophyless season.
Leipzig reportedly need to raise funds after missing out on Champions League football and Sesko is a likely avenue for the club to receive a big fee.
The Germans value Sesko at around £67million but would be willing to accept other payment structures.
Reports in Germany state that Mikel Arteta would prefer Sesko to Viktor Gyokeres, who has also been linked with a move to North London this summer.
Dortmund are expecting a flurry of bids for Arsenal target Jamie Bynoe-Gittens.
The former Manchester City youth star is expected to go for around £60million after 8 goals in the Bundesliga this season.
Dortmund sporting director Sebastian Kehl said: “There’s definitely a market for him. He’s a very exciting player.
“We’ll be having discussions soon. If offers come in, we’ll have to deal with them.
Barcelona have confirmed they are not pursuing Arsenal target Nico Williams.
The Athletic Bilbao winger has been touted as a potential wing option for Mikel Arteta.
Barca president Joan Laporta said: “[Williams] was one of the candidates we were looking at.”
“We have a good profile of this player, who is an excellent player, but I think at this moment they are evaluating other options.
Atalanta star Ademola Lookman has admirers at Arsenal but there are some hesitations.
Lookman’s age has the Gunners concerned over whether he has hit his peak, and if that could hinder any future sell-on plans.
The centre-forward is valued at around £50million ahead of the summer transfer window.
The Nigeria international also appears to be happy again in Italy following the Serie A giants’ qualification for next season’s Champions League.
Jermaine Pennant suggested Real Madrid ace Rodrygo and Athletic Bilbao star Nico Williams may be the “final spark” Arsenal need.
Pennant told aceodds.com: “[Gabriel] Martinelli’s got all the attributes. Great pace, he’s direct, he gets into great positions. But he lacks end product.
“It’s the opposite of [Bukayo] Saka. He gets into great areas but just doesn’t do the right thing at the last second.
“If Arsenal can land Rodrygo or Nico Williams, it could be the final spark the team needs.
Chelsea star Christopher Nkunku is at the centre of a six-way transfer race this summer.
The talented Frenchman is pushing for an exit from Chelsea, two years after a £52million switch from RB Leipzig.
And SunSport can reveal that London rivals Arsenal are among those lining up a move for Nkunku.
The Gunners are desperate to boost their firepower and Mikel Arteta sees the 27-year-old as a good option to add to his squad.
But Liverpool, Paris St Germain, Manchester United, West Ham and Atletico Madrid are heavily in the race to secure Nkunku’s services.
Jorginho could be set for an early exit from his contract at Arsenal.
The Italian is in the final months of his deal at the Emirates, with it expiring in June.
However, the Gunners are set to release him early so he can join Brazilian side Flamengo.
This means that Jorginho would be able to play in the Club World Cup.
Chelsea’s Todd Boehly has appeared to rule out Andrey Santos leaving this summer.
Arsenal have been eyeing up a move for the 21-year-old, who impressed on loan at Strasbourg this season.
Speaking at the Qatar Economic Forum, Boehly said: “We are laser-focused on the Club World Cup.
“We have some players that are joining us [like] Andrey Santos.
“We are really excited about him and what he can add to the squad.
Benjamin Sesko remains on Arsenal’s summer wishlist – but Viktor Gyokeres is their No1 target.
That’s the claim from Fichajes, who add that Sesko is very much Plan B for Arsenal should they miss out on the Swede.
The 21-year-old Slovenian has been outstanding in the Bundesliga this term, with 21 goals and six assists.
Mikel Arteta was asked about links to Real Madrid’s Rodrygo in his pre-match press conference this morning.
He said: “If you want to win major trophies, you have to be the best in the market, no? The teams that win always have the best players.
“I wouldn’t like to name a player, but there is pride because we have brought the club into a position that next season people are saying: ‘You have to win a major trophy.’
“And that means that everybody believes, and that we are an elite team in this country and in Europe. The biggest statement is that Arsenal is there.
Mikel Arteta gave a blunt answer when asked about Thomas Partey.
The midfielder has been linked with a move away from Arsenal this summer.
But the Spaniard could have something else in mind
When asked if he wants to keep Partey, Arteta said: “Yeah, I said it many times.”
