Arsenal transfer news round up: Gunners want €122m Bundesliga duo, Wenger to seal Benzema deal & more

Today’s round up of Arsenal transfer news.

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Today’s biggest Arsenal transfer news from around the web…

Arsenal plot shock Gotze bid

Arsenal could respond to their defeat to West Ham United by making a big-money bid to sign Bayern Munich forward Mario Gotze, who would represent a major addition to their attack. The German international has also been linked with Manchester United this summer, but the Metro claim he could join the Gunners in a sensational double swoop.

Gunners also chasing Draxler

Julian Draxler is the second player in this huge Bundesliga raid, with the Schalke attacking midfielder long linked with a move to the Emirates Stadium after establishing himself as one of the best young players in Europe in recent times, though Juventus are currently leading the chase for his signature.

Wenger gives Benzema deal green light

According to the Daily Mail, Arsene Wenger has given Arsenal the green light to complete a club-record deal for Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema, who is expected to cost around £46m and take the number 9 shirt in north London.

Arsenal linked with Real Madrid flop

In a possible double raid on Real Madrid, Arsenal are also eyeing up a surprise move for Brazilian starlet Lucas Silva, according to the Daily Star. The former Cruziero man only joined the Spanish giants in January, but has not performed well and could now be offloaded.

Arsenal can still win title – Redknapp

Arsenal can still win the Premier League title this season, but only if they sign a new striker, according to former Tottenham and QPR manager Harry Redknapp, the Daily Telegraph reports.