Arsenal transfer news: Real Madrid star eyed as Eberechi Eze concerns emerge

Arsenal have strengthened their squad with six new players so far this summer and Gunners boss Mikel Arteta is keen to make even more signings before the transfer window slams shut

Arsenal have enjoyed a busy summer so far, with six players making the move to the Emirates ahead of another Premier League title challenge. Arsenal have finished second for the past three seasons and will be desperate to win the league this season.

Viktor Gyokeres, Martin Zubimendi, Noni Madueke, Cristhian Mosqura, Christian Norgaard and Kepa Arrizabalaga have all been brought in to strengthen Mikel Arteta’s squad, while several fringe players have departed.

Nuno Tavares and Marquinhos have been sold to Lazio and Cruzeiro respectively, while Jorginho, Kieran Tierney and Thomas Partey have been released. An agreement was also reached to terminate Takehiro Tomiyasu’s deal a year early.

Plenty more incomings and outgoings are expected before the transfer window slams shut and Mirror Football has taken a look at all the latest news and rumours from in and around the Emirates…

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Real Madrid star eyed

According to Football Espana, Arsenal are among the clubs interested in Real Madrid star Brahim Diaz.

It is claimed that Real Madrid are open to selling Diaz this summer, with new manager Xabi Alonso informing the player that he would only have a ‘secondary role’ next season if he remained at the Bernabeu.

The report states that Arsenal, AC Milan and Fenerbahce are all weighing up a move for the 24-year-old, while Saudi Pro League sides Al-Nassr, Al-Hilal and Neom SC are said to be willing to pay around €40m (£35m) for Diaz.

Eze concerns emerge

Arsenal have been warned that Liverpool’s interest in Marc Guehi could scupper their move for Eberechi Eze.

Arsenal are expected to make a move for Eze once they have offloaded some players, with the England international said to be keen on a move to the Emirates. However, Liverpool are interested in Eze’s Crystal Palace teammate Guehi and that could complicate the situation.

Palace are unlikely to sanction the exits of two key players this summer, although Liverpool are currently focused on their attempts to sign striker Alexander Isak from Newcastle.

Norgaard verdict

Tottenham boss Thomas Frank has backed Christian Norgaard to be a success at Arsenal, having managed the midfielder at both Brentford and Brondby.

When asked about Norgaard’s move to Arsenal, Frank said: “It was a little emotional. I’ve known him since he was 15. He’s 31 now and I’ve been training him for 12 years so I can say that I’ve known him for a pretty long time.

“This is the first time I’ve played against him. He played for me more than 300 games and it was a bit strange to see him on the other team. He’s a top player and I can understand why Arsenal went for him. I’m so happy that he got this great opportunity late in his career.”

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