Tom Canton

Arsenal have reportedly offered 19-year-old midfielder and defender Myles Lewis-Skelly to Manchester United, with Chelsea also linked. Despite making 36 appearances last season and starting the Champions League final, Lewis-Skelly may fall down Arsenal’s midfield pecking order after Bruno Guimaraes’s arrival. Arsenal could reportedly accept an attractive offer, while United’s need for left-back cover and Chelsea’s extensive summer spending shape the potential transfer.

Arsenal may be gaining an opportunity to sign Vinicius Junior as Real Madrid reportedly refuses to improve its latest contract offer, described by Marca as the club’s final proposal. Although Vinicius has preferred to remain in Madrid and no final decision has been made, the stalled talks are changing the situation and Arsenal remain united in their pursuit. Manager Mikel Arteta has indicated that the club intends to significantly strengthen its squad, while Arsenal are also progressing discussions over a potential £80 million move for Newcastle United midfielder Bruno Guimaraes.