Arsenal have made little movement so far this summer, having only brought in Petr Cech from Chelsea.
However, after an embarrassing opening weekend loss to West Ham, Arsene Wenger must be thinking about strengthening his squad before the transfer window slams shut at the end of the month. The squad looks particularly light up front when compared to their rivals for the Premier League title. Chelsea have Diego Costa and Manchester City Sergio Aguero, both world-class strikers.
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With this meaning that there could be some movement from the Gunners sooner rather than later, here is all the latest news from the club…
5) Presenter confident Benzema will sign for Arsenal
Venezuelan model Jeinny Lizarazo, who works for ESPN Deporte, is so confident that the Real Madrid man is going to North London that she is willing to be ‘punished’ if the 27-year-old doesn’t make the move [Daily Star].
The Frenchman has been linked with a move to the Emirates Stadium for several years, but nothing has materialised as of yet.
4) Joel Campbell the subject of Serie A interest
Palermo are interested in the Costa Rica international, according to the Daily Mail. The 23-year-old has failed to make an impact since impressing at the World Cup last summer.
Should the forward go, could this mean that Wenger is readying to bring another in to his squad? A move for Benzema could be on the cards if so.
3) Alexis Sanchez fully sit
Despite having played an important part in Chile’s Copa America triumph, the 26-year-old is fully fit to play against Crystal Palace [Daily Mirror].
This will be brilliant news for the former Barcelona man, who was unable to influence the 2-0 loss to West Ham from the bench last weekend.
2) Jack Wilshere on road to recovery
It was feared that the midfielder was out for months, but he is now set to be back playing within weeks [Daily Express].
Surgery is not necessary for the hairline crack in his left fibula, and he has been sent to Dubai by manager Arsene Wenger to help speed along the healing process.
1) New third kit revealed
A new away strip to be worn in cup competitions has been revealed, with some striking stripes on a more usual dark blue background [Arsenal official site].
The team will be hoping that this kit will help them to defend their FA Cup title, as well as bring success in the Champions League and Capital One Cup.