In today’s Arsenal transfer news – A Fabrizio Romano masterclass as he confirms Mikel Arteta’s best business yet, an update on Declan Rice & much more.
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Arsenal transfer news – William Saliba’s new deal “approved”
Perhaps the best piece of business which Mikel Arteta and Arsenal can secure is tying down their best players to new deals. They had their best season in many years last time out, with William Saliba proving key to their defensive reshuffle.
According to the first of four updates from transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Arsenal have successfully secured a new deal for William Saliba, who will officially put pen to paper until 2027 (with an option until 2028) when he returns from holiday.
Documents approved, details fixed — William Saliba will sign new long term deal at Arsenal as expected after final talks revealed last weekend, here we go ⚪️🔴🏁 #AFC
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 16, 2023
Understand Saliba will put pen to paper when he returns from holidays. New deal: June 2027 with option 2028. pic.twitter.com/2dsoOD9pUB
The Frenchman is currently on holiday in Mykonos, Greece. Lucky for some, I know!
Arsenal transfer news – Club releases Ainsley Maitland-Niles
Bursting onto the scene under Arsene Wenger’s tutelage, it wasn’t to be for Ainsley Maitland-Niles under the new manager Mikel Arteta. Despite winning an FA Cup trophy together, Arteta has no plans for the Hale End graduate going forward, so he has been released from his contract.
Arsenal confirms they’ve now released Ainsley Maitland-Niles, available on the market as free agent. ⚪️🔴 #AFC
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 16, 2023
Club reports that negotiations are still ongoing with Reiss Nelson who has verbally agreed to sign new deal valid until June 2027 with option for one more season. pic.twitter.com/8wJZdI2pQa
Further, Fabrizio Romano understands that there is still conversation between the club and Reiss Nelson, since he is the Hale End graduate who the Gunners would like to keep.
Arsenal transfer news – Arsenal will bid again for Declan Rice
Arsenal’s main transfer priority is Declan Rice of West Ham United. Recently being crowned a European champion in his final match for the Hammers, it was a fairy-tale ending for the captain and now West Ham legend.
Fabrizio Romano understands that Arsenal will bid again for Declan Rice, as they understand the timing of their bid will be crucial with Bayern Munich looming.
Arsenal transfer news – Kai Havertz agrees personal terms
The Top Flight reported Arsenal’s shock transfer interest for Kai Havertz the other day. Since then, there has been major progression.
According to Fabrizio Romano, the player has agreed personal terms with Arsenal and now the two clubs, Chelsea and Arsenal, are in discussions about his transfer fee.
🚨 Understand Kai Havertz has given green light to Arsenal contract bid after positive indications #AFC
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 15, 2023
No problem on personal terms.
Arsenal & Chelsea in contact — no chance for £75m but Chelsea will be flexible.
Bayern, informed… but still quiet.
Real 100% out of the race. pic.twitter.com/vG4WRfzgJ4
What do you make of today’s Arsenal transfer news?