Arsenal news: Catch all the biggest Arsenal headlines, including updates on Arda Guler, Declan Rice and Thomas Partey
Here is your Arsenal morning roundup on Friday, July 7.
Wonderkid deal confirmed
Real Madrid have confirmed the signing of Turkish wonderkid Arda Guler this summer, beating Arsenal, Barcelona and a host of other sides interested in a move. The 18-year-old has been touted with plenty of promise, with some even giving him the nickname of the "Turkish Messi".
The final transfer is confirmed by Fenerbahce as £17million in guaranteed fees, with £8.5million in add-ons and a 20% sell on clause included.
Declan Rice verdict
Former Premier League and Liverpool player Danny Murphy claims that Declan Rice is "buzzing" ahead of his move to Arsenal in the summer transfer window. The England international is nearing a huge £105million switch to the Emirates Stadium from West Ham after an intense saga in the past few weeks.
football.london understands that the Gunners have held interest in Rice since early this year, making him a top priority for their midfield rework.
Manchester United urged to sign Thomas Partey
Former Manchester United midfielder Paul Ince has urged his old side to make a shock move for Arsenal's Thomas Partey this summer. It comes as the Gunners look to rework their central ranks in the transfer window, with Mikel Arteta hopeful of adding quality and depth to the department.
football.london understands that Thomas Partey is one of the players the Gunners would be open to selling this summer if a suitable offer were to come in.