In today’s Arsenal transfer news – Mikel Arteta’s best player turns down Paris Saint-Germain, an update on Timothy Castagne & much more.
For yesterday’s Arsenal transfer news, click here.
Arsenal transfer news – No bid for Timothy Castagne
With Leicester City relegated to the EFL Championship, their talented squad is essentially easy pickings for interested clubs. The main wantaway is James Maddison, however, Timothy Castagne is also gaining interest.
Leicester City want €15m fee to sell Timothy Castagne this summer. No bid from Arsenal at this stage despite reports, Juventus have opened talks to sign Castagne. 🇧🇪 #transfers
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 17, 2023
Juventus were also linked with Lucas Vazquez but Real Madrid count on him. pic.twitter.com/6r81YxJ9pg
Despite reports linking him to Arsenal, Fabrizio Romano has today stated that actually, there has been no official bid from Arsenal at this stage. Whether or not they remain interested and will bid soon remains to be seen but for now, these links can be rubbished.
Arsenal transfer news – Martin Odegaard stays loyal to Mikel Arteta
Winning Arsenal’s player of the season honour, it was only right that the captain pulled through. Martin Odegaard led by example on the pitch, after many (myself included) questioned the original decision to make him club captain.
Martin Ødegaard on new deal talks: "I'm very happy at Arsenal and I hope to stay here for long time. Let's see on contract situation after the summer". ⚪️🔴 #AFC
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 17, 2023
"I didn't speak to Arsenal, it's not on me honestly; no rush, my contract is still long", told Tv2. pic.twitter.com/flvQdxHYev
With reports linking him to Paris Saint-Germain earlier this month, this led many Arsenal fan to panic. However, fear not as Fabrizio Romano has provided some more clarity once again. The transfer expert claims that Odegaard is hopeful with his contract talks, since he loves Arsenal and wants to stay there for a long time.
Arsenal transfer news – Competition for Kai Havertz
Arsenal can’t catch a break from Bayern Munich. First, the German club wanted to swoop in and sign Declan Rice, but now they are interested in another Arsenal target.
According to Sky Sports Germany, Bayern Munich would like to bring Kai Havertz to the Allianz Arena this summer.
What do you make of today’s Arsenal transfer news?