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Lucas Torreira's agent has revealed the forgotten Arsenal midfielder has been handed an unlikely chance to revive his Gunners career.

Pablo Bentancur, the agent of the 26-year-old, said: ‘Lucas to Juventus? In fact, he would like to stay andplay in Italy. Arsenal, however, have struggled to bring in midfield reinforcements so far this summer and could now appear to have turned to Torreira as a solution to an increasingly concerning area of weakness in their squad. Torreira was hopeful of making his move to Fiorentina a permanent one, but the Serie A club were unable to meeting Arsenal’s valuation.

Lucas Torreira spent last season on loan at Fiorentina and looked unlikely to have a future at Arsenal but a decision has been made that could see that ...

Torreira himself recently admitted that there were only remote opportunities of remaining at the Emirates. However, that looks unlikely again as Fiorentina are refusing to pay the fee required to sign him. Los Rojiblancos elected not to make his move to the Wanda Metropolitano permanent, so Torreira joined Serie A outfit Fiorentina last term.

Arsenal midfielder Lucas Torreira will take part in the Gunners' pre-season despite his uncertain future.

“From the beginning, they told me that I had no place, so I don’t want to stay either because I suffered a lot." “But today, Arsenal has called him up for the tour they will do in America, so he seems to be part of the program.” Arsenal outcast Lucas Torreira is to take part in the Gunners’ pre-season tour of the United States, despite being heavily-linked with a move away from the Emirates Stadium, this summer.

Lucas Paqueta is reportedly on Arsenal's as Mikel Arteta looks to add another midfielder to his ranks during this summer's transfer window.

At the same time, the midfielder can be utilised as a no.8. so that would allow the Spaniard to continue with the 4-3-3 system next season. Playing as a left-central midfielder is the position I prefer." In Milan, I play as a left-central midfielder, which is the position I like. Though the popular opinion is that on the left side of a midfield three where, to his credit, Granit Xhaka did impress at times, could be upgraded. "Serie A is different. "But for that, you need a lot of specificity in every position but now in five or six positions, we don’t have it."

Arsenal are considering making a double move for Lyon midfielder Lucas Paqueta and Lille winger Edon Zhegrova. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Brobbey would cost United in the region of €20m, and he scored 10 goals in 23 games under Ten Hag in his previous spell at the club. The Spaniard's contract at Stamford Bridge ended this summer but was automatically renewed for another season, which means Barcelona will need to negotiate a small fee with Chelsea if they're to land the 32-year-old. He is an attacking full back that has good creativity, he is a great crosser of the ball, and scored goals in Serie A last year. He is technically very sound and is good when he has the ball in tight areas. The France international spent the last six years at Manchester United making 226 appearances and scoring 39 goals, but joins as a free agent. "I am back, I am here and I can't wait to get started," Pogba told the club's twitter account. Barca will still own 50% of Trincao's rights and will have an option to sign him back included in the deal. He is only 20 and has played a full season in Scotland as well as almost two seasons in Serie A. We think that Aaron is a player with great potential, who already has an impressive number of games at a good level under his belt. Manager Thomas Frank said: "I am very pleased that we have managed to sign Aaron. What he has already achieved in his career is very impressive. An agreement has now reportedly been reached between the forward and the club which will see Dembele sign a two-year contract and earn 40% less than his previous contract. However, Roma would have to free up funds to sign Zaha, who is entering the final year of his deal at Selhurst Park. The Brazil international scored 11 goals in 44 games last season, but is keen to move on.

Arsenal have “parked” a deal for Leicester star Youri Tielemans to see what business they can complete elsewhere beforehand.

In fact, the market has been open for less than four weeks and Arteta has already spent upwards of £85m. Despite missing out on some of their targets, it’s still been a productive summer for the Gunners, who’ve been one of the top spenders in the Premier League. Mikel Arteta has already brought in four players this summer and is hoping to continue strengthening his squad in the remainder of the window, with the Belgian midfielder firmly on his radar.

Arsenal are reportedly making a concerted effort to sign Lyon midfielder Lucas Paqueta this summer, amid interest from Newcastle United.

In an effort to avoid that outcome, Arsenal are working on the player's side first. Media Foot report that Arsenal are determined to sign Paqueta, and they're making a concerted effort to do a deal behind the scenes. Arsenal are pushing to sign Lucas Paqueta this summer, with Lyon preparing to receive an offer for the midfielder.

Hear from our former midfielder after his decision to hang up his boots at the age of 30.

I have enjoyed every moment of my career and it has been the journey of a lifetime. I love you all so much and thank you for always making me smile. You've shared my highs and my lows and never wavered in your love and support for me. A special thank you must go to my best friends Duane and Benik. Through the good times and the bad you've always supported me and I've always felt that I could always rely on your honesty and support. Thank you for your help and support both on and off the pitch. I'll never forget how you always backed me and I'll forever be a Gooner. Thank you to my management team Neil Fewings, Duncan Ross, Fahri Ecvet and everyone who has helped me along the way. You've always made me feel supported and I hope I did you proud representing your club. Thank you for everything from the bottom of my heart. "It has been an unbelievable journey filled with so many incredible moments and I feel privileged to have experienced all that I did during my career. I will never forget everything you did for me to help me achieve my dreams. You've always made me feel supported and I hope I did you proud representing your club.

Mikel Arteta has said that he is happy with the club's transfer business so far but admitted there remains more to do. I get the sense that the majority of ...

According to The Athletic, this has left Arsenal considering whether or not a loan move for Tavares will be beneficial for all involved, with plenty of interest being shown. The defence especially, where there remain concerns over Kieran Tierney's fitness and the reliability of his competitor, Nuno Tavares. Tierney was sidelined for 13 games last season, 10 of which were due to surgery on his knee. Mikel Arteta has said that he is happy with the club's transfer business so far but admitted there remains more to do.

William Gallas has said Mikel Arteta has 'failed' Arsenal as former club captains questions lack of Matthijs de Ligt transfer links.

Because what we expect from Arsenal is the minimum is to qualify for the Champions League. That is the minimum for a club like Arsenal. The minimum is to qualify for the Champions League and for two years it didn’t happen, so sorry, he failed.” Premier League experienced, I like the guy, I think he’s got lots of quality and I think he would add a lot to Arsenal’s midfield.” I hope that we’re celebrating an Arsenal qualification instead with a view of a title challenge in the very near future. We took a serious step back in the right direction and came very close to overachieving what many expected of the club. “I want to win the Premier League, I want to win the Champions League, I want to win everything. Gallas replied, “You know if I knew you were going to ask me that I would have done my research and tell you which, for example, defender you have to bring. “Which players would you be looking at, to say these are the guys that are going to take Arsenal to that level?” So, they’re going to go for say, Lisandro Martinez who is the player they’re being linked with at the moment because they feel as though competing with Man United, who are the other team in for him, is a more realistic target right now,” I explained. Big decisions and plenty of correct ones would be needed to steer the club away from the slide and back toward progression. Is there an expectation from you that you need to take that next step first, is there a step-by-step process to getting there?” Slightly surprised but intrigued about where this thread could lead, I replied, “My expectation has to be progress, and progress from last season would be qualifying for the Champions League this season. I think the last time you won the Premier League was in 2004.

Former Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere has announced his retirement from playing professional football at age 30.

Wilshere was a graduate of Arsenal's academy and made his senior debut at age 16 in September 2008, becoming their youngest ever league debutant. "Now is the right time to close this chapter but I still have so much to give to the game and I am excited about what the future holds," the former England international added. "However, having had time to reflect and talk with those closest with me I know that now is the right time and despite the difficult moments I look back on my career with great pride at what I have achieved."

Gabriel Jesus was involved in four goals on his Arsenal debut. Jesus and Eddie Nketiah linked up to great effect in a 5-3 win over Nurnberg.

Nketiah rifled in a shot which hit the crossbar and then rebounded off Tim Handwerker. Handwerker's deflection sent the ball goalwards and he was unable to rectify the situation as Jesus used his body to shield the ball into the net. It took Jesus just 85 seconds to score his first Gunners goal as he played a one-two with Eddie Nketiah before smashing a shot inside the Nurnberg keeper's near post. Jesus scored two goals and also applied pressure which resulted in two own goals as the Gunners beat Nurnberg 5-3 in their first pre-season friendly of 2022.

That five-goal outburst matches the one registered by the Gunners against Ipswich Town 5-1, as manager Mikel Arteta looks to step up his squad's preparations ...

He dovetailed neatly with Albert Lokonga, and netted a brilliant goal to level the game at 2-2. He is set to play a key role in the opening weeks of the campaign, with Saka potentially delayed in his own return, and his ability to drop deep and dictate the pace of game shows he could also challenge Martin Odegaard. Crucial goals at the back end of 2021/22 convinced Arteta of his ability to consistently score in the Premier League and he is impressing in preseason. A willingness to drive forward and link with Nketiah and Nicolas Pepe gave optimism of an improved performance after the restart. Arteta's decision to give Nketiah a new long-term contract is a crucial indicator of the Spaniard's faith in his future potential. If Jesus plays centrally this season, Martinelli is expected to retain his slot on the left of a three-man attack and his chemistry with the new man looks positive.

It's something of a trademark now – the long-range screamer from Mohamed Elneny – and our Egyptian midfielder delivered again on Friday, to level up our ...

We are a team, we help each other every day, we have talented players to help us in the new season. This is what we are looking for and this season is going to be different. We are happy and inshallah this season we are going to be good. This is what we showed in the second half. To talk to each other, to help each other in the way we train and play games. Then in the second half everyone had to show a reaction, and this is what we were working on during training.

William Saliba must remain patient as he waits to break into the Arsenal first team, but also faces a step up to 'another level' from Marseille, ...

If you have the good performance the manager will be under pressure.’ ‘When you have the opportunity to play, show them what you can do. ‘What is very important for the young players is to be patient because if not you can get upset.

During Arsenal's 5-3 pre-season friendly win over FC Nurnberg, Gabriel Jesus and Eddie Nketiah played alongside each other for the first time since the ...

To which Nketiah responded with a simple two-word message that read "Link up" with the handshake and telephone emoji. In truth, Nketiah was rather quiet in the first-half against FC Nurnberg. Although, he certainly sprung to life after the break and he combined very well with Gabriel Jesus at times. "That's why I played them because we want to try in pre-season things that we want to do in the season," he told reporters.

Brazilian blew Nürnberg away in a second-half blitz as he showed the time may be right for him to become a leading man.

Fábio Vieira, the vaunted Portuguese playmaker, has signed from Porto but will be given time to settle. As he approaches his peak, Jesus should provide part of the answer. The deal would have had little chance without Arteta’s close working relationship with the Brazilian from their time at Manchester City. He knows exactly what he is getting, which adds to the sense of an uncommonly good match. Enquiries have been made about Lille’s Kosovan winger Edon Zhegrova but he is just one of several potential alternatives. Under Arteta, Arsenal have to start games quickly: when they do not, the warning signs are generally obvious and the prospects distinctly wobbly. It took 85 seconds for Gabriel Jesus to offer a convincing precis of what Mikel Arteta had sought above all else in this transfer window.

Gabriel Jesus scored twice on his Arsenal debut as the Gunners came back from 2-0 down at half-time to beat Nurnberg 5-3 in a pre-season friendly on Friday ...

He was a constant thorn in the Nurnberg defence’s side during the second half. Couldn’t really get into the game after his arrival in the second half. Excellent on the ball and played a part in the fifth goal. His presence in midfield immediately settled Arsenal down after a poor first half. Scored an outrageous goal to make it 2-2 in the second half. Came on for Turner in the second half. Came alive in the second half following the arrival of Jesus and Martinelli. Linked up really well with Jesus, was unlucky not to score with his shot that hit the bar. Looked lively when he got on the ball, but that was all too rare during a poor first half from the Gunners. Sent one shot over the top just before half-time when well placed. Gave the ball away sloppily in the build up to Nurnberg’s second goal. Back in action for the first time since March. Looked understandably rusty and his error in possession led to the opening goal. Got involved in a bit of a physical battle during the first half and came off second best. It was a great strike from Johannes Geis, but it went straight down the middle of Turner’s goal.

The Gunners have already brought in midfielder Fabio Vieira from Porto in a £34million deal before confirming the £45m arrival of striker Gabriel Jesus from ...

I am not here to be "the man". I am here to help and learn with the guys and win together.' So far we are happy with what we have done.' 'Obviously the market will dictate what we can do.

The latest Arsenal news from football.london on Sunday morning, including updates on Lucas Torreira, Sergej Milinkovic-Savic and Gabriel Jesus.

But Sergej Milinkovic-Savic is the player I would go for. What are you going to do, realistically, at Southampton? West Ham wanted Ward-Prowse and that would have been a good move for him too because they will finish above Saints. Arsenal hero Paul Merson has told his old club to try and sign Lazio midfielder Sergej Milinkovic-Savic over Leicester City's Youri Tielemans this summer.

For the second pre-season game in succession, the Gunners netted five times with Gabriel Jesus grabbing a brace on his first outing for his new side. His famous ...

We are a team, we help each other every day, we have talented players to help us in the new season. This is what we are looking for and this season is going to be different. We are happy and inshallah this season we are going to be good. This is what we showed in the second half. To talk to each other, to help each other in the way we train and play games. Then in the second half everyone had to show a reaction, and this is what we were working on during training.

Straight after scoring twice against 1. FC Nurnberg, the Brazilian striker spoke to us about playing his first Gunners game.

"I believe a lot in the project at this club. But at the end we came back, and because everyone is together like a team, we did it." "Sometimes it’s hard because I had more than 20 days without running, without doing anything, just trying to get some sleep with my new baby and my girlfriend!

The Gunners have already welcomed four new faces to the Emirates Stadium this summer, with Marquinhos, Fabio Vieira, Matt Turner and Gabriel Jesus all having ...

Arsenal have reportedly been keeping tabs on Grimaldo for a number of years after he caught their eye with his impressive performances for Benfica back in 2019. They have already identified a suitable replacement in Raphael Guerreiro, who is set to leave Borussia Dortmund before the start of next season and is believed to be high on Benfica's defensive shortlist. This figure would reportedly be enough to succeed in negotiations with Benfica, who would be more than happy to sell Grimaldo if such a bid is made for his signature.

EXCLUSIVE: Kante has just 12 months left on his contract at Chelsea and Arsenal believe there might be an opportunity to prize him to the Emirates.

Kante, 31, is a hugely experienced campaigner with over 400 professional appearances to his name. "We don't like to lose players. The French midfielder is a key man in Thomas Tuchel's squad.

Arsenal are again being linked with a move for Lyon's Brazilian midfielder, Lucas Paqueta.

With Arsenal looking like they will need another midfielder before the season starts, Lucas Paqueta is once again being linked with a move to the club amid speculation Newcastle United are also after him. When Lyon signed Paqueta in 2020, there was much speculation that they were bringing him in as a Houssem Aour replacement, with Aour meant to be heading to Arsenal. Arsenal are again being linked with a move for Lyon’s Brazilian midfielder, Lucas Paqueta.

Arsenal have been heavily linked with a move for Lyon playmaker Lucas Paqueta in recent times and the Brazilian international has earned plaudits from ...

What impresses me with this player is that he does both with a smile. In general, this is not the case with all Brazilians. He enjoyed an excellent 2021/22 season, scoring 11 times and providing a further eight assists across all competitions.