Arsenal transfer roundup: Ozil return, £15m hitman, Porto star

Arsenal currently have sole possession of first place in the Premier League and clinched a spot in the Champions League this past week. Needless to say, the Gooner faithful are in a very good mood.

However, a recent piece of new to cross the wire regarding star midfielder Mesut Ozil could have Arsenal fans on the edge of their seats as Real Madrid intend to pursue him as a transfer. Regardless of how the season ends, losing Ozil could prove to be a massive blow to the club considering how incredibly he’s played this year.

Here is the Arsenal transfer roundup for Sunday:

Mesut Ozil desired by Real Madrid

Arsenal’s superstar midfielder had a great career at Real Madrid prior to his massive transfer to the Premier League. But with Real Madrid believed to be ready to part ways with overpriced midfielder James Rodriguez, the La Liga giants are reportedly interested in bringing him back to Spain. [Source: Don Balon]

Giannelli Imbula eyeing Premier League move

The former Marseilles midfielder has been heavily pursued by Arsenal, along with Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur. But after snubbing the Premier League to join FC Porto in Portugal, Imbula appears to be ready to return to move to the Premier League. [Source: Le 10 Sport]

New competition for Michy Batshuayi

Arsenal have been competing with Tottenham Hotspur to land Marseilles striker Michy Batshuayi, but recent reports suggest that Crystal Palace have just set the bidding price at £15 million with an offer of their own. However, the club are believed to be seeking around £24.5 million for his signature. [Source: Metro]

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