Arsenal Transfer News and Rumors: Summer Transfer Window 2023

Arsenal Makes Headway in Lavia Talks: Arsenal is said to be making significant strides in their pursuit of Southampton midfielder Romeo Lavia. Noted transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has reported that negotiations between Arsenal, Southampton, and the player's representatives are moving forward positively.

Arsenal Engages in Negotiations for Timber Transfer from Ajax: Reports confirm that Arsenal is currently in talks with Ajax regarding the potential signing of defender Jurrien Timber. These discussions have been described as "very positive," with all parties displaying a keen willingness to reach an agreement. Timber, who still has two years remaining on his contract, holds an approximate valuation of €50m. While some sources suggest that an initial bid may have been turned down, Arsenal is internally strategizing on the valuation and payment structure for Timber, a player they have been monitoring since January. The Gunners are aiming to enhance competition in the respective position with the addition of the Dutch international.

Arsenal Makes New Bid for Havertz as Chelsea Looks to Balance Books: According to the Daily Mail, Arsenal has recently submitted a verbal offer to Chelsea for forward Kai Havertz. The bid for the talented German international is believed to be valued at £60m. Chelsea acquired Havertz from Bayer Leverkusen in 2020 for a significant £75m fee, with two years remaining on his contract. However, as the Blues have made substantial investments, approaching £600m, in player acquisitions since last summer, they are now seeking to recoup funds, making Arsenal's offer a potential avenue for them to rebalance their books.

Arsenal Open to Offloading Partey as Midfield Overhaul Begins: In an effort to revamp their midfield, Arsenal is reportedly open to parting ways with Thomas Partey this summer, according to the Telegraph. Alongside Partey, Granit Xhaka is expected to depart, with Bayer Leverkusen emerging as his probable destination. Manager Mikel Arteta has set his sights on West Ham captain Declan Rice, and talks are reportedly progressing positively. However, the Hammers have set a hefty price tag of £120m or a player-plus-cash deal. Arteta aims to shape the midfield around Rice and Martin Odegaard, as reported by the Telegraph. Additionally, Arsenal has shown interest in Brighton's Moises Caicedo and Manchester City's Ilkay Gundogan, who will become a free agent at the end of the month.

Arteta in Talks with PSG for Managerial Role:

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) has reportedly initiated discussions with Mikel Arteta regarding the possibility of him becoming the club's new manager, as stated by French publication RMC. PSG is currently in search of a new manager after parting ways with Christophe Galtier at the conclusion of the previous season, during which they secured their second consecutive Ligue 1 title. Following failed negotiations with former Bayern Munich boss Julian Nagelsmann, talks with Arteta have now commenced. Despite being contracted to the Emirates Stadium until the summer of 2024, Arteta's successful stint with Arsenal, guiding them to a second-place finish in the Premier League last season, has captured the attention of PSG.