ARSENAL have reportedly reached a total agreement with West Ham to sign Declan Rice, and he will undergo a medical this week.
The Hammers have accepted the Gunners' offer of £100millon plus £5million in add-ons, according to reports.
Elsewhere, centre-back William Saliba is expected to sign a new four-year contract at the Emirates, according to reports.
Meanwhile, Jurrien Timber's move to Arsenal is edging closer according to reports.
And Romeo Lavia is still of interest to the Gunners, but they face competition from Liverpool.
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- By Kostas Lianos
Russ and ready
Alessia Russo has completed a sensational move to Arsenal before the World Cup.
Russo, 24, sealed her switch and became the WSL side’s biggest signing this summer before jetting to Australia.
The Gunners' signing of the player comes just under a month on from her exit as a free agent from Manchester United after three years.
It also follows an alleged record-breaking £500,000 January bid the North Londoners had rejected by United before their summer swoop.
- By Kostas Lianos
Ramsey coming home
Arsenal hero Aaron Ramsey has held talks with Cardiff over a sensational return to his boyhood club.
Ramsey, 32, is a free agent having turned down the chance to stay at Nice.
The midfielder said last month he would love to rejoin the Bluebirds one day after starting his career in the Welsh capital before leaving as a 17-year-old for the Gunners in 2008.
The Championship club are keen on the Wales international but it is believed other clubs are interested.
SunSport understands Ramsey and Wales would like the ex-Juventus star to continue to play at the highest level possible.
But Ramsey has also cited his next move will centre around his family with his wife and three children settled in south Wales since he left Juve for Rangers in 2022.
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Declan Rice agreement
Arsenal are getting closer to signing West Ham superstar Declan Rice.
Sky Sports have also confirmed an agreement has been reached between the Gunners as well as the Hammers.
The two Premier League teams have reached a “compromise” regarding a £105million deal.
Rice is expected to move to the Emirates real soon.
- By Kostas Lianos
William Saliba new deal
Arsenal star William Saliba is tipped to end his contract saga by signing a new four-year deal.
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano told Give Me Sport Saliba has agreed terms.
Some Gunners' fans had begun to fear the centre-back is moving on, especially following reported interest from Premier League rivals.
But now it appears manager Mikel Arteta has secured for the long term a player who was sorely missed when injury cut short his season.
- By Kostas Lianos
Rice payment terms agreed
Arsenal have finally agreed payment terms with West Ham over their £105million deal for Declan Rice, reports SunSport's Jordan Davies.
It is believed the Gunners have compromised during intense negotiations and will pay the upfront £100m in full by 2025, along with the £5m in bonuses – a record fee between two clubs.
This means the North Londoners now have the green light to sign Rice.
Personal terms had already been agreed verbally weeks ago, and a medical will now be booked in the next 24 hours with an official announcement expected in the weekend.
Arsenal originally wanted to stagger a section of the payment across a longer period while the Hammers demanded the full amount within 18 months.
These minor payment issues had never been seen as derailing, but the East Londoners were insistent on digging their heels in to get the deal they wanted.
- By Ian Tuckey
Prem clubs battle for Ajax ace
Brighton are sticking in the hunt for reported Manchester United and Arsenal target Mohammed Kudus.
The Athletic say the attacking midfielder, 22, is keen to leave Ajax this summer despite being under contract until 2025.
The Dutch giants are said to want around £40million for the Ghana star.
Kudus notched 18 goals and seven assists from his 42 games for Ajax in the season just finished.
Brighton’s interest comes as Chelsea lead Arsenal and Liverpool in he race for the Seagulls’ £80m-rated midfielder Moises Caicedo.
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Toon and Villa still on trail of Kieran
Kieran Tierney has been heavily linked with an exit this summer amid interest from Newcastle and Aston Villa.
And if the Gunners do let him go Mikel Arteta could have a ready-made replacement in Lino Sousa, who was signed in January.
Oleksandr Zinchenko would be the No1 left-back with Sousa acting as back-up.
Arteta is said to be a fan of the youngster and could hand him more first-team opportunities next season.
- By Kealan Hughes
Gunners want £50m for Folarin
Arsenal now value in-demand striker Folarin Balogun at a staggering £50million, according to The Mirror.
Latest reports link the striker with a move to Marseille, who would provide the youngster with an opportunity to play Champions League football.
RB Leipzig and both Milan clubs are believed to be keen on securing Balogun’s signature but he could prefer to return to Ligue Un following his successful spell with Stade Reims last season.
- By Ian Tuckey
Leverkusen Granit-picking pays off
Gunners’ midfielder Granit Xhaka should at last tie up his long-awaited switch to Bayer Leverkusen in the next few days.
It appears the main stumbling block – the fee – has now been settled, at around £21.5million.
The Swiss star, 30, only has 12 months left on his Emirates contract.
He’s tipped for a long deal with Bundesliga side Leverkusen plus a possible opportunity for a coaching role after that.
- By Jordan Davies
Gunners 'compromise' to seal Dec agreement
Arsenal have finally agreed payment terms with West Ham over their stunning £105m deal for Declan Rice.
It is believed the Gunners have compromised during intense negotiations and will pay the up-front £100m in full by 2025, along with the £5m in bonuses – a record fee between two British clubs.
This means they now have the green light to sign the Hammers skipper.
Personal terms had already been agreed verbally weeks ago, and a medical will now be booked in the next 24 hours with an official announcement expected this weekend.
Arsenal originally wanted to stagger a section of the payment across a longer period while West Ham demanded the full amount within 18 months.
These minor payment issues had never been seen as derailing, but the Hammers were insistent on digging their heels in to get the deal they wanted.
Both Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta and Rice were desperate to get this over the line as quickly as possible.
- By Ian Tuckey
'Total agreement' reached on Rice deal
BREAKING: Arsenal have reached "total agreement" with West Ham over Declan Rice's record-busting £105milli0n move.
The England midfielder, 24, is now poised for a medical with the Gunners ahead of completing this summer's biggest transfer.
- By Ian Tuckey
Saliba tipped to sign new deal
William Saliba is tipped to end his contract saga by signing a new four-year Arsenal deal.
Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano told GIVEMESPORT the eight-cap France centre-back, 22, has agreed terms.
Some Gunners' fans had begun to fear Saliba moving on, especially following reported interest from Premier League rivals.
But now it appears boss Mikel Arteta has secured for the long term a player who was sorely missed when injury cut short his season.
- By Ian Tuckey
Brighton aim to beat Utd & Arsenal to Kudus
Brighton are sticking in the hunt for reported Manchester United and Arsenal target Mohammed Kudus.
The Athletic say the attacking midfielder, 22, is keen to leave Ajax this summer despite being under contract until 2025.
The Dutch giants are said to want around £40million for the Ghana star.
Kudus notched 18 goals and seven assists from his 42 games for Ajax in the season just finished.
Brighton's interest comes as Chelsea lead Arsenal and Liverpool in he race for the Seagulls' £80m-rated midfielder Moises Caicedo.
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Lavia still on radar
Arsenal will still chase Southampton anchorman Romeo Lavia even if they seal Declan Rice's £105million arrival from West Ham.
But one-cap Belgian Lavia, 19, is also being linked with Liverpool.
Emirates chief Mikel Arteta is poised to sell Granit Xhaka to Bayer Leverkusen, with fellow central midfielder Thomas Partey another potential departure.
- By Ian Tuckey
Granit on brink of Leverkusen deal
Gunners' midfielder Granit Xhaka should at last tie up his long-awaited switch to Bayer Leverkusen in the next few days.
It appears the main stumbling block – the fee – has now been settled, at around £21.5million.
The Swiss star, 30, only has 12 months left on his Emirates contract.
He's tipped for a long deal with Bundesliga side Leverkusen plus a possible opportunity for a coaching role after that.
- By Mark Irwin
Gunners want £30m-plus for Partey
Arsenal are ready to listen to offers for Thomas Partey when they finally complete the signing of £105million Declan Rice.
But they are not actively looking to sell the 30-year-old Ghanaian international and will only consider serious bids in excess of £30million.
Partey was one of Mikel Arteta’s most important players last season as they finished runners-up to Manchester City and secured Champions League qualification after a six-year absence from Europe’s top competition.
But he noticeably ran out of steam during the title run-in which prompted fresh doubts about his ability to sustain top form over an entire campaign.
Now Arteta regards Partey as the ideal central midfield back-up for the incoming Rice, who is set to complete his club record move from West Ham in the next week.
And news of Partey’s change of status has sparked interest from a number of clubs in Saudi Arabia, where Arsenal’s £30million valuation would not be a problem.
- By Kealan Hughes
Arsenal set Balogun asking price
Arsenal now value in-demand striker Folarin Balogun at a staggering £50million, according to The Mirror.
Latest reports link the striker with a move to Marseille, who would provide the youngster with an opportunity to play Champions League football.
RB Leipzig and both Milan clubs are believed to be keen on securing Balogun's signature but he could prefer to return to Ligue Un following his successful spell with Stade Reims last season.
- By Kealan Hughes
Carsley praises Emile Smith Rowe
Lee Carsley says the England Under-21 staff have aimed to “remove the pressure” from Emile Smith Rowe following an injury-hit season at Arsenal.
The England U21 boss said wearing the coveted No 10 shirt at Arsenal, which Smith Rowe was handed ahead of the 2021-22 season, can be “tough”, but he is capable of handling the expectation it carries.
Carsley said. “What we’ve tried to do as a staff for Emile is remove the pressure from him.
“It’s important that Emile enjoys his football and players with confidence and a smile on his face.
“I think wearing the No 10 at Arsenal is a tough thing, especially with the history that shirt has got. Since he has been on camp with us, he has been outstanding in every session and when he has been needed in the games and I don’t see that being any different.
“He is a great talent that we’ve always spoken about and hopefully he can keep showing it.
- By Kealan Hughes
Arsenal ponder Tierney transfer decision
Kieran Tierney has been heavily linked with an exit this summer amid interest from Newcastle and Aston Villa.
And if the Gunners do let him go Mikel Arteta could have a ready-made replacement in Lino Sousa, who was signed in January.
Oleksandr Zinchenko would be the No1 left-back with Sousa acting as back-up.
Arteta is said to be a fan of the youngster and could hand him more first-team opportunities next season.
- By Kealan Hughes
Arsenal star looking for transfer
Albert Sambi Lokonga admits he is looking to leave Arsenal this summer.
When asked about his plans for the upcoming season on the YouTube channel Wonhee Hyung, Lokonga said: "I don’t know.
"I will try to go somewhere where I can play so that’s the most important thing for me – to have some games and play game after game."
- By Kostas Lianos
Arsenal to consider Partey bids
Arsenal are ready to listen to offers for Thomas Partey when they finally complete the signing of £105million-rated West Ham star Declan Rice, reports SunSport's Mark Irwin.
But they are not actively looking to sell the 30-year-old Ghanaian international and will only consider serious bids in excess of £30million.
Partey was one of Mikel Arteta’s most important players last season as they finished runners-up to Manchester City and secured Champions League qualification after a six-year absence from Europe’s top competition.
But he noticeably ran out of steam during the title run-in which prompted fresh doubts about his ability to sustain top form over an entire campaign.
And news of Partey’s change of status has sparked interest from a number of clubs in Saudi Arabia, where Arsenal’s £30million valuation would not be a problem.
- By Kostas Lianos
Merson backs Havertz
Arsenal legend Paul Merson has backed Kai Havertz's move to the Emirates.
Merson is adamant former Chelsea star Havertz will succeed under Mikel Arteta.
That is despite the fact the versatile forward struggled last season at Stamford Bridge.
Although he didn’t have his greatest season last year, believe me Kai Havertz will make Arsenal a better team. Good signing
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- By Kostas Lianos
Liverpool targeting Lavia
Arsenal will face competition from Liverpool for Southampton star Romeo Lavia.
According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the Reds have been in contact with Lavia's camp for two weeks.
Negotiations are still ongoing between the Merseysiders and the midfielder.
The Belgium international is high on the list and considered a "top talent" by manager Jurgen Klopp.
Liverpool will open talks with Saints soon as there will be competition from Arsenal as well as Chelsea.
- By Kostas Lianos
Rice and Timber rush
Arsenal want to wrap up moves for West Ham superstar Declan Rice and Ajax star Jurrien Timber.
According to the Evening Standard, the Gunners want to have both Rice and Timber on the plane flying to the US for pre-season next week.
The duo will cost the North Londoners around £170million.
- By Kostas Lianos
Arsenal's summer transfer targets
Let's revisit the players Arsenal are looking to sign after landing Kai Havertz from Chelsea:
- Declan Rice
- Jurrien Timber
- Romeo Lavia
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