Arsenal are expected to have a very busy summer transfer window as Mikel Arteta plans to continue to mould the squad into one that fully represents his identity. Strengthening the forward line is imperative for the north Londoners and a whole host of players have been linked with a move to the Emirates. Gabriel Jesus is reportedly the club’s number one target, and the Brazilian looks set to leave Manchester City this summer following the arrival of Erling Haaland. Certainly, it would be an excellent piece of business if Arsenal signed the Brazilian international. Jesus is incredibly versatile, capable of operating across the entire frontline and possesses significant experience despite only being 25 years of age. It’s also worth noting that Arteta knows the player very well having worked with him when the Spaniard was Pep Guardiola’s assistant in Manchester, which could give Arsenal the edge in the race to acquire his signature.
The Premier League champions have turned their attention to luring the central midfielder from Elland Road after announcing the arrival on Monday of Erling Haaland. Leeds face a major battle to hang on to the England international, 26, despite his strong links to the club, where he has graduated from the academy to be the poster boy of their best team in two decades. Pep Guardiola is a “huge” admirer of Phillips, the source added, and has made it clear at City how much he wants him in his revamped team next season. Around £50million could be enough to seal a deal for a player out of contract in 2024. The champions are in the market for a midfielder who can replace Fernandinho, while Ilkay Gundogan is also out of contract next year. City face competition for Phillips from multiple Premier League rivals, including Aston Villa, West Ham, Newcastle United and Man United. Guardiola’s side have one major advantage as they are able to offer Champions League football next season as well as a s...
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