OFFICIAL NOW ✅: Arsenal completes the signing of Brazilian superstar on a 4yr deal, Medical team on standby to welcome Arteta Second summer signing today – Here we go

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has identified a Brazilian superstar as his top target for this summer’s transfer window. Sporting director Edu Gaspar has already made a proposal to bring this player to the Emirates Stadium.

Arsenal’s transfer activities are now in full swing, with the permanent signing of David Raya confirmed and Italian defender Riccardo Calafiori reportedly on his way next. Additionally, there may be significant player sales as Arteta looks to reshape his squad.

Arteta recently told ESPN that the ongoing Euros and Copa America have slowed down the transfer market, but he hopes things will speed up soon. Edu is currently in discussions for Arsenal’s next signing.

TEAMtalk, citing unnamed Spanish sources, reports that Edu has offered cash plus Hale End striker Eddie Nketiah to Barcelona sporting director Deco in an attempt to bring Raphinha back to the Premier League. According to the report, Arteta has shifted from initially rejecting the idea of signing the Barcelona star to making him a priority target for the upcoming season.

Previously, both Arsenal and Chelsea tried to sign Raphinha when he was at Leeds United, but Barcelona secured his signature. At that time, Deco was Raphinha’s agent. Deco revealed to FourFourTwo that after Leeds avoided relegation, largely due to Raphinha’s contributions, Leeds chairman Andrea Radrizzani had initially promised to sell Raphinha to Barcelona for a set amount. However, Chelsea outbid Barcelona, prompting a change in Radrizzani’s stance.

In summary, Arsenal is aggressively pursuing key signings to bolster their squad, with Arteta and Edu working tirelessly to secure top talents like Raphinha.