The summer transfer window has now begun, with rumours and speculation continuing to swirl as Arsenal eye possible reinforcements.
The Gunners spent more than many expected last summer - most notably their club-record purchase of Nicolas Pepe - but were more reserved in January as they focused on bolstering their defensive options.
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest news on possible comings and goings at the Emirates Stadium.
Thursday morning's Arsenal transfer talk news roundup:
Arsenal 'to offload defenders after securing Gabriel Magalhaes deal'
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Arsenal will reportedly attempt to offload some of their first-team defenders in the coming weeks, having finally agreed a deal to sign Brazilian centre-back Gabriel Magalhaes from Lille.
Gabriel's arrival has boosted Mikel Arteta's options at the back, while the Gunners can also call upon William Saliba during the 2020-21 campaign with the 19-year-old officially arriving at the club.
According to the Evening Standard, the London giants will now look to balance the books and could offload as many as four first-team defenders before the end of the transfer window.
The report claims that Rob Holding and Sokratis Papastathopoulos are both expected to leave, while Sead Kolasinac could be on his way out in the coming weeks.
Hector Bellerin is also said to be attracting interest from Paris Saint-Germain and could be sold to the French champions in order to raise additional transfer funds.
Newcastle United are thought to be the favourites to sign Holding on loan, while Napoli are allegedly expressing an interest in bringing Sokratis to Serie A, having missed out on Gabriel to Arsenal.
Dayot Upamecano confirms talks with clubs amid Manchester United speculation
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RB Leipzig centre-back Dayot Upamecano has revealed that he has held talks with clubs concerning a potential move during this summer's transfer window.
The 21-year-old enjoyed an impressive 2019-20 campaign at club level and is believed to be a transfer target for Manchester United in the current market.
Leipzig would allegedly be forced to sell the defender next summer for €42m (£37m), meaning that the German side could agree to a sale in the coming weeks in order to receive a higher fee.
Upamecano - also previously linked with Arsenal - has suggested that he is in no rush to move clubs but has revealed that he 'speaks with' potential suitors.
"I extended in Leipzig, because I feel good with my teammates and my coach. I'm good at Leipzig. It's true that I'm in great demand. I speak with clubs, but I'm in no rush and we'll see what happens in the future," Upamecano told reporters.
United are thought to be in the market for a new central defender due to the uncertainty surrounding the futures of Chris Smalling, Marcos Rojo and Phil Jones.
More transfer news from Arsenal:
Bayer Leverkusen to rival Schalke 04 for Arsenal defender Sead Kolasinac?
Bayer Leverkusen are reportedly prepared to rival Schalke 04 in the race to sign Arsenal defender Sead Kolasinac. Read more.
Agent: 'Manchester United beat Real Madrid, Barcelona, Arsenal to Donny van de Beek'
The agent of Donny van de Beek says that Manchester United beat five other clubs to the signing of his client. Read more.
Napoli 'eyeing deal for Sokratis Papastathopoulos'
Arsenal centre-back Sokratis Papastathopoulos emerges as a transfer target for Napoli, according to a report. Read more.
Ian Wright urges Arsenal to tie up Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang deal
The 31-year-old Gabon striker is understood to have agreed a new contract but there has been no confirmation yet. Read more.
Paris Saint-Germain 'turn down the chance to sign Matteo Guendouzi'
Paris Saint-Germain turn down the opportunity to sign Arsenal midfielder Matteo Guendouzi, according to a report. Read more.
