Arsenal transfer news: Chelsea fan favourite agrees to join Arteta for free

In today’s Arsenal transfer news – another Chelsea midfielder agrees to join Arsenal but this time for free, an update on a seemingly deadwood loaned out player & more.

For yesterday’s Arsenal transfer news, click here.

Arsenal transfer news – Chelsea’s N’Golo Kante “says yes” to free deal

According to the Spanish outlet Fichajes, N’Golo Kante has said yes to signing for Arsenal on a free deal. With his contract expiring in a few months, he sees his future as a player being more stable under Mikel Arteta than whoever Chelsea bring in.

The free signing of Kante and potentially forking out for Declan Rice would see the depth of their midfield improved, since this has been a big downfall to their season up until this point.

Arsenal transfer news – Arsenal to send Albert Sambi Lokonga on loan again

According to Fabrizio Romano’s Caught Offside column, Arsenal still hold a lot of trust for their loaned out youngster Albert Sambi Lokonga. The midfielder, who is somewhat forgotten about in North London, will return this summer. However, Arteta doesn’t want to sell him but it’s likely another loan spell could be Lokonga’s final chance to prove himself.

Arsenal transfer news – Rivalling Aston Villa for Lois Openda

According to the Spanish outlet Fichajes, Aston Villa have entered the race with Arsenal to sign Lois Openda. Scoring 17 goals in Ligue 1 on his debut season makes him an impressive option for both clubs and ageing at just 23 years old, it wouldn’t surprise me to see Lens ask for a big fee, particularly as he’s been pivotal to their Champions League qualification race.

Arsenal transfer news – Rivalling Liverpool for Ryan Gravenberch

According to Caught Offside, Arsenal are one of the clubs interested in rivalling Liverpool for Bayern Munich midfielder Ryan Gravenberch.

What do you make of today’s Arsenal transfer news?