Mikel Arteta’s men returned to action with a 2-0 victory against Aston Villa on Saturday. Goals from Leandro Trossard and Thomas Partey were enough to keep the Gunners’ perfect Premier League season going.
The focus now switches back transfer window and the countdown is on ahead of Friday’s deadline. A £34 million move for Real Sociedad midfielder Mikel Merino is moving closer with the final details of his transfer set to be completed. He has been a priority target for Arteta this summer with Arsenal close to confirming his arrival.
Arsenal continue to be linked with players, which is likely to be the case right up until Friday’s deadline. Ademola Lookman is one of the latest, with reports in Italy suggesting that the Gunners were ready to offer a swap deal including Jakub Kiwior, it does however look like the former Everton man is heading to Paris Saint Germain.
There continues to be speculation about the future of Aaron Ramsdale, with the goalkeeper looking likely to leave on loan.
