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Tottenham Hotspur have joined in the race to sign Dani Ceballos from Real Madrid this summer transfer window according to Spanish publication El Desmarque.

The Spanish outlet are claiming Spurs to have lined up fee between the region of €40 million (£35.25m) and €50m (£44.96m) for the 22-year-old midfielder. Spurs, however, are not the only side interested in his service with Arsenal also reported with strong interest for the Spaniard. Arsenal will attempt to wrap up their three key summer signings before Euro 2020 commences, according to reports.

The Spaniard declared himself happy with Arsenal‘s business in the winter transfer market, with no senior players departing and two more options now in defence.

Centre-back Pablo Mari has signed from Flamengo and could move permanently in the summer and Cedric Soares, who has six months left on his deal with Premier League rivals Southampton, has also moved to north London on loan.

And the Daily Mail now claims that Arteta has turned his attentions towards the summer transfer window as they ‘aim to conclude early transfer business’ so they don’t ‘priced out of the market during Euro 2020.’

The report adds that Arsenal are ‘prioritising a box-to-box midfielder, a central defender and a creative central midfielder’.

The Daily Mail names one possible target as Feyenoord youngster Orkun Kokcu, who is a Turkey under-21 international with work already underway ‘behind the scenes’

The Gunners are worried possible transfers could be ‘jeopardised’ with the possibility that clubs will ‘inflate prices’ for their players after Euro 2020.

As reported by The Sun, Arsenal are Liverpool are set to go head-to-head for signing of AFC Bournemouth winger Ryan Fraser this summer transfer window. Fraser, according to reports, has just one-year left to run on his current deal with the Cherries, and now as Premier League teams monitoring his situation at Dean Court.

Arsenal on other news, are still interested in Lille defender Gabriel despite having January bid rejected, according to a report.

The report is according to French media outlet Le10Sport, as quoted by TEAMtalk, that claims the Gunners had a bid turned down by Lille for the 22-year-old in the January transfer window.

Le10Sport report that Arsenal and Everton are planning to continue to monitor Gabriel throughout the rest of the Ligue 1 season ahead of the summer transfer window.

Arsenal signed Flamengo defender Pablo Mari and Southampton full-back Cedric Soares on loan for the remainder of the Premier League campaign to bolster Arteta’s ranks.

A new defender is reportedly on the agender of Arsenal this summer transfer after yet another frustrating Premier League season wherein they finished outside of the top-four. According to reports, though, the club’s hierarchy are unlikely to sanction any fee unless the club beat Chelsea in the Europa League final and secure a return back to the Champions League football.

Meanwhile, Mikel Arteta wants to overhaul his Arsenal squad at the end of the season and star men like Alexandre Lacazette and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang according to top online pokies could be sold, reports The Sun.

Arteta has made a huge impression at Arsenal since replacing Unai Emery before Christmas and the general feeling is the club have made huge strides already on the pitch.

The only thing missing from Arteta’s start to life as manager is results and the Spaniard is ready to be ruthless with the squad in the summer.

Arteta has only won three of his first nine matches in charge of Arsenal and things are yet to really click in the attacking third even with Mesut Ozil, Lacazette and Aubameyang all starting.

There have been suggestions all season one of Lacazette or Aubameyang will move on at the end of the season to free up funds to spend but Arteta could axe both.

Aubameyang is reportedly determined to play Champions League football next season and the Gunners are unlikely to secure a top four finish this term.

Lacazette, meanwhile, has scored only five league goals all season and hasn’t netted away from home against a current top-flight team in 662 days.

Arsenal, according to German outlet Bild, are keen to sign German goalkeeper Markus Schubert to replace the retiring Petr Cech this summer. The report adds that the German goalkeeper has recently acquired the services of an agent who is an expert in securing player’s move to England. Registering 32 appearances for the Bundesliga 2 side,.

The Gunners returns to action this time at home against Newcastle United after their goalless encounter vs Burnley at the Turf Moor last time out.

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I’m not sure how many of you are aware of this given the lack of media coverage but this morning the Captain met with Le Boss to discuss his contract situation. In 12 months RVP will be able to leave the club on a free transfer so these talks are of utmost importance. As I write this there has been no news from either the player himself or the club. The outcome of the discussions will tell us a lot about where our club is going and if we can expect to challenge next season.

The figures being bandied about reckon the club will offer RVP a wage in the region of 150k a week for four years along with a signing on bonus of £5 million. This equates to £35 million over the course of the contract separate from any sponsorship offer he may receive elsewhere. Various media outlets report that Citeh are prepared to offer RVP wages in the region of 250k a week should he decide that he wishes to leave. This would allow RVP to earn approx £50 million over the course of a contract. While I appreciate that there is quite a difference in wages earned on offer I don’t necessarily think this will enter into RVP’s mind. To the ordinary working man an extra 50% in wages would entice them to leave their current employer. however when your current wage would still allow you to live the life you want without ever having to worry about money it might not be such a deciding factor. This is why I think Van Persie’s decision will be based on whatever assurances the club make to him regarding the direction of the club  over the next couple of years.

Robin has been at the club for 8 years now and has only won a FA Cup during this time. This contract is likely to be his last one at an elite level club as he will turn 29 in August. He will be 33 when his next contract expires and realistically speaking given his record of injuries will be entering the twilight of his career. Wherever he goes next will be where he feels he is most likely to win some silverware. Th early singing of Pods may have been an indication to him by the club that they intend to seriously strengthen the squad over the summer with some quality players. Most of us sitting at home can tell that the current squad needs a few minor tweaks and adjustments if we are to challenge and you can be sure that a senior professional like Van Persie is aware of this too. If Ivan the Great and AW can show Robin that the club will be in a position to mount a serious challenge on the League and Champion’s League fronts than I feel we will see him stay.

The final factor that will surely enter into his thoughts is that of family life. RVP has been at the club since he was 21. He has two kids under the age of six which means they have lived their entire life in London. Himself and his wife have both spoken recently about how settled they are in the Capital and how much their children enjoy life. To uproot everything at this age would be a big undertaking for a young family and one that the Van Persie’s might not be prepared to make, hopefully.

I’m hoping that we can look forward to another 30 goal premier league haul from the Dutchman next season and hopefully so are all other gooners out there .

I must also congratulate Theo and The Ox on making it into England’s Euro 2012 squad. Lets hope the experience is good for The Ox and doesn’t set him back the way it did to Theo if he doesn’t feature.

Later

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