In a move that signifies Arsenal's robust ambition for the forthcoming season, transfer talks with Declan Rice of West Ham and Jurrien Timber of Ajax are advancing toward a conclusion. Arsenal's recent acquisition, Kai Havertz, is also the latest addition to their squad.
Prominent football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano dismissed the circulating rumours on social media about Arsenal's anticipated £105m Rice deal falling apart. Romano has confidently assured fans that an announcement concerning the signing of the West Ham star is impending. He notes that negotiations over payment terms are in the final stages, and a medical check is soon to be scheduled.
"Everything is in place; the deal is just on the brink of being sealed. Any speculations suggesting Arsenal and West Ham withdrawing from the transfer are baseless," wrote Romano in his column on Caught Offside. He urged Arsenal supporters not to fret, saying, "Just the last few steps are pending. And trust me, it's very close. I'll break the news as soon as it's time."
The Gunners are also courting Ajax defender Jurrien Timber, an addition that would take their total summer expenditure past the £200m mark. The signings of Rice and Timber, combined with Havertz's £65m price tag, form a significant part of the club's audacious spending spree.
Arsenal legend Ray Parlour encourages this move, asserting that it would boost the team's confidence and make them strong contenders for next season's title. He commented, "If they can secure Rice and other linked players, they need to be resolute and believe they can triumph."
Arsenal is racing against time to finalize these deals before they head out for a pre-season tour in America. With fixtures against MLS All-Stars, Manchester United, and Barcelona on their itinerary, the club aims to have their new signings on board to maximize integration into the squad before the season commences.
Anticipating the arrival of players who were on international duty last month, the team is all set to kick off pre-season preparations with a training camp and a friendly against Nurnberg in Germany. Arsenal hopes to have the transfers of Rice and Timber wrapped up before their departure for America.
Meanwhile, it is likely that Granit Xhaka will be moving to Bayer Leverkusen for £21.5m before the US tour, symbolizing the ongoing evolution of the Arsenal squad.
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