Contract signed: Arsenal set to announce their first summer signing tomorrow,deal to be signed tonight, Medical to follow up tomorrow morning – welcome to Emirate
Contract signed: Arsenal set to announce their first summer signing tomorrow,deal to be signed tonight, Medical to follow up tomorrow morning – welcome to Emirate
Next week could be a whirlwind of activity in the summer transfer window as clubs rush to finalize deals before the 2023-24 accounting deadline. Teams are under pressure to balance their finances to comply with the Premier League’s profitability and sustainability regulations (PSR), which could lead to some high-profile player sales.
Several clubs, including Aston Villa, Everton, Newcastle, Leicester, Nottingham Forest, and Chelsea, are reportedly at risk of breaching these financial rules. As a result, they might be compelled to sell some of their star players by June 30 to ensure they meet the PSR requirements. This creates a potential opportunity for other clubs, like Arsenal, to strengthen their squads.
Arsenal, in particular, might seize this moment to boost their roster as they aim to challenge Manchester City for the Premier League title once again. According to football.london, the Gunners are eager to bring in new talent during this transfer window. Below, we explore four players that Arsenal’s Technical Director Edu Gaspar and Manager Mikel Arteta might target.
Alexander Isak
Alexander Isak, the striker from Newcastle United, is considered a top priority for Arsenal. Mikel Arteta is reportedly a big fan of the Swedish international, who had an impressive season. However, securing Isak’s transfer could be challenging as Newcastle is reluctant to let the 24-year-old go.
In a recent interview with Fotballskanalen, Isak expressed his contentment with Newcastle: “I am enjoying myself at Newcastle, and I had the best season in my career — that should not be underestimated. I love everything about the club; the fans, and the city. It [my future] is not something I will speculate about, I have no thoughts on leaving. There has been no talk about it at the club and I have received no information that the club would have to sell me.”
Amadou Onana
Everton’s midfielder Amadou Onana is another player Arsenal could consider. With Everton facing financial pressure, they might need to sell some of their key players, and Onana’s strong performances have caught the eye of several top clubs.
In an interview with Het Laatste Nieuws, Onana discussed his ambitions: “At previous tournaments, you have seen that the players who did well make the step up to the top clubs. That’s something I strive for. I feel like presenting myself to the European top and showing what I have to offer. This European Championship is a stage.”
Harvey Barnes
Leicester City’s Harvey Barnes is also on Arsenal’s radar. The winger has been a consistent performer and could provide Arsenal with additional firepower on the flanks. Leicester’s need to comply with PSR could make Barnes available for the right price.
Conor Gallagher
Finally, Conor Gallagher, the Chelsea midfielder, could be a viable target for Arsenal. Gallagher is entering the final year of his contract, and although Chelsea values him at £42 million, his expiring contract might allow for a slightly lower transfer fee. Gallagher played 50 times for Chelsea last season and has attracted interest from several clubs, including Aston Villa and Tottenham, besides Arsenal.
There’s no certainty that Chelsea would be willing to sell to a direct rival like Arsenal, but a deal could benefit both parties if Chelsea needs to raise funds quickly.
As clubs strive to comply with financial regulations, the coming days promise to be filled with significant transfer activity, with Arsenal potentially capitalizing on the situation to enhance their squad.
