Arsenal transfer news LIVE: Gunners ‘make approach’ for Coman, HUGE Zubimendi twist, Chelsea join ‘battle for Kounde’

Man Utd after Arsenal’s target

Manchester United are reportedly eyeing up Joan Garcia as a replacement for Andre Onana.

The Espanyol keeper is one of the most sought-after keepers in LaLiga.

Arsenal are reportedly tracking Garcia, but United are ready to move on from Onana after a difficult season.

Football Transfers claim the Red Devils are preparing to “hijack” Arsenal’s move for the 23-year-old.

Arteta: ‘We can attract any player’

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta believes their victory over Real Madrid will boost the club’s appeal during summer transfer window.

The Gunners wrapped up their Champions League quarter-final victory over Los Blancos with a 2-1 win in the second leg.

It followed on from the stunning 3-0 romp at the Emirates in the first leg to boost Arsenal’s credentials to go all the way.

Arteta told reporters: “Maybe that is another factor, but we are very lucky because we are (such) a football club that every time we have spoken to players, they want to be part of (our club).

“(But) that is probably something that can generate more enthusiasm or belief, and the fact that ‘I want to be part of these nights now’ because the club is in a good place.

“Overall, we are ready, we are strong and we can attract any player.”

Partey’s departure under question

Arteta has hinted he would like midfielder Thomas Partey to be handed a new deal.

Partey, 31, is out of contract this summer but is having his best season since joining the club five years ago.

Arteta said that progress is being made with a number of players and his intent with Partey is clear — though the decision will sit with Berta.

The Spaniard said: “Yes, there is progress with all the players. I’ll leave that to Andrea and the club to decide and to talk about.

“The intention is very clear. I’ll leave that to Andrea and the club to take a step forward.”

Partey’s form this season has been largely down to his availability, having desperately struggled with injuries across his time in north London.

Arsenal will consider his age and fitness record before making a final decision on a new deal.

Brentford open to offers for Mbeumo

Brentford might struggle to hold onto its forward Bryan Mbeumo and could be open to offers.

The 25-year-old has scored 16 goals and provided five assists in 32 Premier League games thus far this season.

CaughtOffside reports that Brentford may seriously accept offers in the range of £50-55 million for Mbeumo.

Arsenal appears to be Mbeumo’s main suitor.

However, the Cameroon international is also coveted by Manchester United, Liverpool and Tottenham.

Ekitiké price increase

Arsenal are monitoring Hugo Ekitiké as an alternative to Isak, though Frankfurt’s valuation has reportedly increased to €100 million following his impressive season.

The 22-year-old striker is likely to leave this summer, despite his contract running until 2029.

Isak is ‘a good fit for Chelsea’

Alexander Isak is one of the most in-demand football players at the moment with Arsenal, Liverpool and Chelsea all interested in the striker.

However, former Premier League star Gus Poyet believes Isak is a better fit for Chelsea.

The ex-Chelsea midfielder told Discasino: “I would like to see Alexander Isak at Chelsea. I know him from his time at Real Sociedad and I know his characteristics, movement, and technical ability, and I think he’d be a good fit at Chelsea.

“I also think Nicolas Jackson needs competition up front – if you want to be the number 9 at Chelsea, you need to be better than how he’s currently performing.

‘Sometimes to get better you need more of a challenge – it didn’t work out with Christopher Nkunku up front, so Jackson needs someone else to try and push him. Isak can be that player.”

However, Isak is still under contract with Newcastle until June 2028.

New Sesko price tag

RB Leipzig have reportedly slapped a new price tag on Benjamin Sesko.

The Slovenian international is on the radar of several clubs, including Arsenal and Manchester United.

But both sides will have to pay a premium to secure the striker’s services as, according to Bild, Leipzig have slapped a £86million price tag on the 21-year-old’s head.

Andrea Berta ‘closing in’ on first signing

Arsenal are confident of snapping up Martin Zubimendi in the next few months.

That’s according to talkSPORT, who claim the north Londoners are increasingly confident of signing the Real Sociedad and Spain midfielder in early June.

Should they snap up Zubimendi, the Euro 2024 winner will be Andrea Berta’s first signing since replacing Edu as the Gunners’ sporting director.

But Berta could be dealt a major blow as Spanish outlets report that Zubimendi wants to sign with Real Madrid.

According to Fichajes, the La Liga giants promised Zubimendi a prominent role in their “sports plan”

Williams boost

The Gunners have reportedly received a major boost in their pursuit of Nico Williams.

Mikel Arteta is understood to have set his sights on signing the Athletic Bilbao ace following his incredible display in Spain’s run to Euro 2024 glory.

Spanish giants Barcelona, however, are also understood to hold a long-term interest in signing the winger.

But according to Marca, the Catalans are no longer interested in signing the forward.

Kingsley Coman approach

Bayern Munich are ready to listen to offers for Kingsley Coman ahead of the summer transfer window.

Coman has been in and out of Vincent Kompany’s Bayern team this season.

Arsenal are said to already held talks with the winger, according to reports in Germany. 

The France international could be tempted to take a cut on his £275,000-a-week wages if he moves to the Premier League.

Sesko price rockets

RB Leipzig have reportedly slapped a new price tag on Benjamin Sesko – as interest hots up on the Slovenian.

The striker is on the radar of several clubs, including Arsenal and Manchester United.

But both sides will have to pay a premium to secure the striker’s services.

According to Bild, Leipzig have slapped a hefty £86million price tag on the 21-year-old’s head.

Arteta on Carlo

Mikel Arteta has revealed what Carlo Ancelotti said to him following Arsenal’s brilliant Champions League win over Real Madrid.

The Arsenal boss said: “‘He’s been very affectionate.

“He has told me that he hopes we win it and that he is happy for us.”

Gor blimey

Anthony Gordon has emerged as a shock summer target for Arsenal.

But Newcastle have indicated they will only let the winger go for “big, big money.”

According to Football Insider, Toon bosses are desperate to keep Gordon and will only let him leave for a huge fee.

Nu-no way

Forgotten Arsenal loanee Nuno Tavares broke down in tears after he suffered even more injury woes on Thursday night.

Tavares, who is on loan with Italian side Lazio, has battled with injuries all season and was forced off once again as Lazio lost to Bodo/Glimt in the Europa League quarter-finals.

Ferdinand – Rice would have chosen Utd

Rio Ferdinand believes Declan Rice would have joined Man Utd over Arsenal – if they’d got the chequebook out.

Speaking on his YouTube channel after Rice’s heroics against Real Madrid, Ferdinand said: “Doing [that] against a team of that magnitude, that type of team, that champion.

“And we [Manchester United] didn’t go and sign him.

“I think, and I will stand by this, if Man United had come to the table with a chequebook and said, ‘We’ll match what Arsenal pay’, I think Declan Rice would have chosen Man United.”

Gyok warning

Former Prem star William Gallas has sent a warning to Viktor Gyokeres.

Arsenal are eyeing up a move for the prolific Swede who has hit 43 goals in 43 games for Sporting Lisbon.

Gallas said: “It could be completely different for him in the Premier League, it will be a big change.

“Can Gyokeres adapt to the Premier League? That is the question. He is 26 years old, I don’t know if he can be one of the best strikers in Europe.

“If he comes to Arsenal, it will be another level of pressure for him.”

All hands on Dec

Declan inspired Arsenal to a stunning Champions League quarter-final win over Real Madrid – both on and off the pitch.

New footage from inside the Bernabeu tunnel shows the England star rousing his troops ahead of Wednesday’s 2-1 win.

Gunners buzzing for Collins

Brentford’s Nathan Collins is reportedly on Arsenal’s summer wishlist.

The Bees defender has enjoyed a strong season in the Prem and leads the league in blocks.

Bleacher Report claim Arenal have been “hugely impressed” by the centre-back.

Arsenal Files

It’s that time of the week again as SunSport delves into the transfer dealings at the Emirates.

We’ve a huge update on Nico Williams as well as an update on the future of Jakob Kiwior.