arsenal transfer news

The French boss expects to sign a defender following the injury of Per Mertesacker.

Mustafi spent two-and-a-half years at Everton from 2009 to 2012.

Jeff Reine-Adelaide joined Arsenal from French club Lens last summer.

Arsenal have had a bid turned down by Lyon for striker Alexandre Lacazette.

Zinedine Zidane has reportedly urged the 23-year-old to leave the Bernabeu this summer.

However, the club categorically deny local reports that such an offer has now been increased to £40m.

Wenger is looking to add another defender and an attacker to the squad this summer.

Kelechi Nwakali captained Nigeria in the U17 World Cup in Chile last year.

Mertesacker believes it was a 'miracle' that Arsenal finished in the 2015/16 season.

Gonzalo Higuain is valued at €94m by Napoli amid interest from Arsenal, PSG and Juventus.

Arsenal drew 1-1 with Ligue 2 side Lens in their first pre-season game.

The 20-year-old becomes the Gunners' third signing of the summer transfer window.

Leo da Silva has made 10 appearances for Peterborough United and has been likened to Dele Alli.

Foxes captain Wes Morgan wants Algeria winger to become latest player to commit his future.

Mauro Icardi is currently with Inter Milan on their pre-season tour of the United States.

Claudio Ranieri says the Algeria international will remain at the King Power Stadium.

Campbell completed his first full season with Arsenal in 2015/16 after joining the club in 2011.

Giroud has been linked with a swap deal with Napoli's Gonzalo Higuain.

Rob Holding was Bolton's Player of the Year for last season.

Inter Milan have insisted that Mauro Icardi is not for sale, despite his agent confirming interest from clubs across Europe.

Joel Campbell completed his first full season for Arsenal since joining in 2011 making 30 appearances in 2015/16.

Klaus Allofs says there will be 'no discussion' over Draxler's future - but Andre Schurrle could leave.

Gonzalo Higuain will be allowed to leave Napoli only if interested clubs meet his €94m release clause.

Nigeria youngster will play second leg of play-off against Sudan before moving to north London.

Mauro Icardi has scored 38 goals in 69 Serie A appearances in the last two seasons for Inter Milan.

The France international's agent says no contact has been made by the Serie A club.

Gunners reportedly exploring swap deal involving Olivier Giroud to bring Argentina striker to Emirates.

Juve director general Giuseppe Marotta says the Gunners U-turned over valuation of the Chilean.

U's boss Michael Appleton thrilled to acquire 'talented' midfielder for 2016-17 season.

Gunners have no intention of selling 27-year-old winger, according to reports.