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The 2023 summer transfer window closes in exactly a week’s time and Arsenal could yet be very busy.
The Gunners have been among the highest spenders in the Premier League this year as they plot another assault on the title. Kai Havertz, Declan Rice, Jurrien Timber and David Raya are their headline arrivals so far.
There could well be more players putting pen to paper on a move to the Emirates Stadium over the next few days, whilst a host of the current squad could be set to bid farewell. Take a look at all of the rumours coming out of North London over the past 24 hours.
Monaco ‘close’ to Balogun agreement
French side Monaco are reportedly close to sealing the signature of Arsenal striker Folarin Balogun. The American international was expected to leave the Emirates following his standout spell with Reims last term.
Clubs in Italy, as well as Premier League rivals Chelsea, were interested in a deal for Balogun but it appears that Monaco have put themselves in prime position to sign him. According to Sky Sports, they are close to a verbal agreement with Arsenal on a fee.
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It is suggested that a formal offer will soon follow, with Monaco then set to engage in talks on payment terms with the Gunners. Personal terms have also already been agreed in principle.
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Gunners eye Schuurs
Following Jurrien Timber’s long-term knee injury, there were suggestions that Arsenal could once again turn to the transfer market for back-up and it appears that one of his compatriots is on their shortlist. According to La Stampa, the Gunners are interested in Torino star Perr Schuurs.
It is suggested that Arsenal are considering an approach for the versatile Dutch defender. Whilst it has not been revealed whether the Gunners have lodged a bid for his services as of yet, they already have a good idea of the price they would have to pay.
Amid previous interest from North London rivals Tottenham, as well as Liverpool and West Ham, Torino confirmed that they would want to receive around €40m (£34.2m) if they were to sell their star defender.
Tavares agent jets in for talks
The agent of Nuno Tavares has reportedly flown into London for talks as the defender edges towards an exit from the Emirates Stadium. The Portuguese left-back was previously of interest to Nottingham Forest, only for the deal to stall.
According to reports, his representatives have arrived in the UK in an effort to seal a move. Aston Villa are mentioned as one of the clubs who could make a swoop before the end of the transfer window. It is suggested that Tavares is available both on a permanent deal and on-loan.
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