Arsenal transfer news LIVE: Gunners ‘reach agreement’ with NEW sporting director, Williams explains snub, Sesko BOOST

Sesk still on the brain for GunnersRB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko could be at the centre of another Prem transfer tussle.

Arsenal are tipped to be frontrunners, with £66million reckoned to be the likely fee.

But Manchester United could also be in contention again.

Nico reveals why he said no to GunnersNico Williams was hot priority for a lot of clubs following a stunning EUROs campaign, including Arsenal who desire more firepower in attack.

Williams, a product of the Bilbao campaign, opted to stay at his boyhood club and has being talked about the decision to France Football.

“This relationship we have at the heart of the club is incredible. Everyone respects everyone else, which is incredible,” said the 22-year-old winger.

“This atmosphere, I’ll never have it anywhere else. I decided to stay because of that. I took the decision I thought was the right one. I’m happy, and I’m trying to do my best.”

S-Mart price must be rightGabriel Martinelli could be sold this summer – but only if Arsenal receive something like £70million.

That’s the claim from various reports – as boss Mikel Arteta values the Brazilian winger highly.

Martinelli is seen as an important player by the Gunners’ manager Mikel Arteta.

But injuries have plagued his season so far.

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Gunners ‘closing on Osimhen’Top of the transfer speculation tonight is the claim Arsenal are close to agreeing a deal for Victor Osimhen.

The Nigeria striker, currently on loan at Galatasaray from Napoli, has been trailed by Prem giants for at least a year.

Manchester United and Chelsea have also been linked with Osimhen.

But reports in Nigeria claim the Gunners have agreed a £62million fee to bring in in the 26-year-old this summer.

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Rio names signing to give Arsenal real title chanceRio Ferdinand believes only one signing can transform Arsenal to serious title contenders.

The Manchester United legend reckons Newcastle striker Alexander Isak is the finisher the Gunners need.

The ex-England defender told Rio Reacts: ‘‘If you can sign Isak, you’ve got to do it.

“They could win the league with him because he’s phenomenal and gives them something different.

“They’ve put so many good pieces in but they need that little extra now.”

Obi set for Arsenal involvementManchester United youngster Chido Obi could get involved against former team Arsenal.

Man Utd take on the Gunners on Sunday at Old Trafford in the Premier League.

And United boss Ruben Amorim confirmed Obi can get involved after leaving the North Londoners in the summer over concerns about a clear pathway into the first team.

Everybody can start. If they are training [on Friday], if they play[ed against Real Sociedad on Thursday], they can be ready. Chido is on the list

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Arteta on Saka absenceArsenal manager Mikel Arteta discussed the impact of Bukayo Saka’s absence in terms of the team’s former set-piece prowess.

That’s another [factor].

When you have it from both sides, that level of consistency and quality, it helps.

Scoring from set-pieces is never a flat line that you are going to maintain. It should not regenerate frustration.

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Arteta on set-piecesArsenal boss Mikel Arteta was asked what has been holding his team back from scoring set-pieces.

Various reasons. In some of the games we generated a lot of situations and chances, in others we haven’t been at our level.

Sometimes it’s the delivery, sometimes it’s the timing, sometimes the execution. Then something that plays a big part is the opposition.

They know how to defend, they are prepared very well for that because they know it is a big threat of ours.

We did very well two or three days ago [at PSV Eindhoven], we did well against [Nottingham] Forest. It will come, but we have to be very persistent.

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Raheem Sterling statusArsenal ace Raheem SDterling moved to the Emirates on loan from Chelsea with the hope of getting more minutes under his belt and lifting his confidence.

However, it hasn’t quite worked out that way for Sterling after falling out of favour at Stamford Bridge.

The winger was looking for a new challenge to get his smile and momentum back.

But with limited minutes to his name, the ex-England international could leave north London feeling disappointed.

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More from ArtetaArsenal boss Mikel Arteta analysed his approach towards Myles Lewis-Skelly after his two red cards, which almost became three at PSV Eindhoven.

He is a superb player. He has attitude, he has courage, what he transmits — certainly we have to maintain that. It’s just about understanding the risk and rewards.

Those ones when you make that mistake and you mistime it, the consequences are terrible.

To learn when you have won, that is much better, believe me, for your confidence.

And as well for how your team and your colleagues perceive you. So he was lucky on that.

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Arteta talks MLSArsenal boss Mikel Arteta has held talks with Myles Lewis-Skelly over how to avoid being a ‘liability”.

We spoke one-on-one today, when the dust settled, and we talked openly.

It was quite clear that we had a liability there, with the yellow card and the next action.

The line is really thin in the sport, and he needs to understand that. What can we learn from that situation?

What are the things that we have to try to avoid without losing his essence?

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Williams explains Arsenal transfer snubNico Williams was hot priority for a lot of clubs following a stunning EUROs campaign, including Arsenal who desire more firepower in attack.

Williams, a product of the Bilbao campaign, opted to stay at his boyhood club and has being talked about the decision to France Football.

“This relationship we have at the heart of the club is incredible. Everyone respects everyone else, which is incredible,” said the 22-year-old winger.

“This atmosphere, I’ll never have it anywhere else. I decided to stay because of that. I took the decision I thought was the right one. I’m happy, and I’m trying to do my best.”

Deeney on Lewis-SkellySunSport columnist Troy Deeney discussed Arsenal ace Myles Lewis-Skelly’s rise with us.

Deeney has met Lewis-Skelly and has some important advice for him – more below:

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Zubimendi alternative detailsArsenal are weighing a move for Atletico Madrid ace Pablo Barrios ahead of the summer transfer window.

However, the Gunners will only go for Barrios’ signature if their pursuit of Real Sociedad star Martin Zubimendi falls apart.

The North Londoners have long chased Zubimendi, who is also being tracked by other European giants like Real Madrid.

According to reports in Spain, £83m-rated Barrios is Arsenal’s next target should the Spain international snub a move to the Emirates.

Sesko asking price boostArsenal transfer target Benjamin Sesko will be available for only £66million this coming summer.

RB Leipzig star Sesko is thought to be a major target for the Gunners heading to the summer transfer market.

Reports claim the centre-forward will have a relatively reasonable release clause at the end of the term.

But Arsenal face competition from other clubs, including Premier League foes Manchester United.

Joshua Kimmich blowBayern Munich ace Joshua Kimmich has no interest in joining Arsenal this summer.

Kimmich’s contract with Bayern runs out in June, which means he will soon be a free agent.

According to Bild, however, the midfielder does not plan on moving to the Emirates at the end of the season.

Instead, the Germany international is more likely to stay with the Bavarians than move to London.

Paris Saint-Germain have shown the most concrete interest, with Liverpool also taking a look at the 30-year-old ahead of the summer transfer window.

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Arsenal striker searchArsenal’s pursuit for a striker is no secret, and a new name has popped out on the list.

Football Insider are reporting that incoming sporting director Andrea Berti has already identified Inter’s Lautaro Martinez as Arsenal‘s leading summer striker target. 

The Argentine is having another prolific season, with 10 goals in Serie A this season.

Martinelli off limits They say you truly understand the value of something when its gone, and maybe Arsenal have noticed that with one of their injured forwards despite the 7-1 shellacking of PSV.

Gabriel Martinelli may divide opinion, but there’s no doubt pf the promise show and a report in Football Transfers cites that Arsenal have no intention of selling the Brazilian international this summer.

Tavares close to exitArsenal loanee Nuno Tavares is set to make his Lazio loan permanent.

Tavares has been with the Serie A giants this season and has impressed manager Marco Baroni.

The Italian outfit has already agreed a £5million permanent fee with the Gunners.

According to Goal, Lazio will trigger the clause to sign the full-back on a long-term deal this summer.

Arsenal set Trossard priceArsenal want £20million to sell Leandro Trossard in the summer transfer window.

Trossard has been linked with a move to Saudi Arabia at the end of the season.

The winger will have just one year on his contract at the end of the season.

And the Gunners are ready to cash in on the Belgium international.

Arsenal icon return?Ex-Arsenal ace Jeremie Aliadiere reckons his former club should appoint Tomas Rosicky as their new sporting director.

ALdiere told AceOdds.com:

We have Tomas Rosicky, an ex-teammate of mine and also an ex-teammate of [Mikel] Arteta. He knows the club, and he knows the fans.

He spent many years at Arsenal as a player, so that would be a great opportunity and choice as well.

For me, it’s very much 50/50. One candidate (ex-Atletico Madrid’s Andrea Berta) has great experience, while the other is an ex-player who knows the club, the fans, and the manager.

Jeremie Aladiere

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Gabriel Martinelli priceArsenal are willing to sell Gabriel Martinelli for a monster fee during the summer transfer window.

Martinelli is seen as an important player by the Gunners’ manager Mikel Arteta.

However, the winger’s impact has been limited this season by numerous injuries.

And reports claim the North Londoners will consider offers of £70million to sell the Brazil international this summer.

Arteta on Lewis-SkellyArsenal boss Mikel Arteta explained why he decided to take Myles Lewis-Skelly out in the closing stages of the first half at PSV Eindhoven following his yellow card.

It was quite clear that we had a liability there with the yellow card and the next action. It wasn’t the moment to take any risk.

A lesson to learn for him for sure. We will support and help him. The line is really thin in sport and he needs to understand that.

He’s very intelligent, he’s extremely demanding of himself. He’s a perfectionist, he’s got a great environment around him. He’s here to learn as well.

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Arteta’s Arsenal milestoneSunday’s game at Manchester United will be Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta’s 200th in the Premier League since he was appointed.

Arteta revealed his three favourite moments in charge of the Gunners:

It’s gone fast. Probably the number one is the day that I was sitting here on the first day, fulfilling the dream of becoming the manager of this incredible football club.

The other night [against PSV Eindhoven] was up there with one of the best because of the way we did it.

A trophy, when we won the first FA Cup [in 2020] after everything we went through as a club the [previous] few years, and the Covid period which was really difficult as well.

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Arteta discusses Man UtdArsenal boss Mikel Arteta insists Manchester United still pose a threat despite their recent woes.

That’s the history of that football club. The players that they have, the coach that they have.

Watching the game last night against Real Sociedad, it’s very clear that they are very capable to put on a really strong performance and beat you on the day.

We know that. We know the difficulty of the match. That’s how we prepared.

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