In today’s Arsenal transfer news – Mikel Arteta edges closer to his first signing of the summer transfer window, an update on Declan Rice & much more.
For yesterday’s Arsenal transfer news, click here.
Arsenal transfer news – Mikel Arteta edges closer to Kai Havertz
Over the last few days, talks have advanced with Kai Havertz and the player has agreed personal terms. So, from his party, all things are clear: he wants Arsenal. And the feeling is mutual but Arsenal just need to agree terms with Chelsea before the deal can commence.
£65m had to be, £65m will be. Havertz and Arsenal are getting closer. ⚪️🔴
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 21, 2023
More to follow. https://t.co/P3K4lCldLp
According to the latest from Fabrizio Romano, Arsenal may reach an agreement with Chelsea soon. The valuation will be around £65m, which Romano claims it “will be”, with more to follow. Reason to be confident for Arteta!
Arsenal transfer news – Declan Rice bid rejected
Yesterday, we revealed that Arsenal would submit their second bid for Declan Rice which would be £75m with £15m add ons. This bid was submitted BUT rejected by West Ham.
Structure of payment will be crucial to get Declan Rice deal done. Arsenal have been informed of that — West Ham also want easy add-ons and won’t accept a structure with difficult ones, as today’s £15m. 🏴 #AFC
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 20, 2023
Second bid has been rejected but won’t be the last one. pic.twitter.com/ZpzyyYB0Mc
Fabrizio Romano revealed the reason why. West Ham want a clearer add on structure as they are not happy with the £15m additional payment plan by Arsenal. The Gunners are set to bid again and they remain confident about getting this deal over the line.
Arsenal transfer news – Kai Havertz medical will be scheduled
There has been a further update on the situation of Kai Havertz, via David Ornstein of The Athletic. The trusted source has revealed, like Romano, that Chelsea and Arsenal are close to reaching an agreement.
Further, Ornstein has claimed that a medical will be scheduled ahead of the deal being complete. The deal seems to be in its more advanced stage now.
What do you make of today’s Arsenal transfer news?