Catch up with all the latest Arsenal news, including updates on Ethan Nwaneri, Viktor Gyokeres and Santi Cazorla.
Arsenal fans will be counting down the days until the team return to action as they face AC Milan in their first pre-season friendly clash.
It looks as though Andrea Berta will grant Mikel Arteta his wish of having most of the transfer business concluded before the squad departs.
The trip will give the players a chance to settle into new routines and partnerships ahead of what is a monumental campaign where a trophy must simply be claimed.
So, with that said, here’s a look at the latest Arsenal news ahead of another busy day of action.
Ethan Nwaneri sends message to Arsenal supporters ahead of pre-season return
Ethan Nwaneri has taken to Instagram to send a message to Arsenal supporters ahead of his return to pre-season training.
The Hale End star was given an extended break after starring for England’s U21 side in the European Championship victory.
Nwaneri wrote on his Instagram: “Good work away with the team, ready 🦾”
The post included photos of Nwaneri training hard in the off season with the club confident that a new contract will be agreed with the 18-year-old in the coming days.
Read more on Ethan Nwaneri’s pre-season message.
Santi Cazorla signs new contract at Real Oviedo to end hopes of Arsenal return for now
Those dreaming of a ‘fairytale’ return for Santi Cazorla at Arsenal will have to wait for another year at least after the Spaniard signed a new contract at Real Oviedo.
It gives Cazorla the chance to lead Oviedo into their La Liga campaign following promotion and leaves the door open for Jack Wilshere to make a coaching return.
The Arsenal U21 managerial role is still available and Wilshere would be the ideal candidate having already had coaching experience at the academy.
As for Cazorla, he signs a new one year deal and will continue playing for another season at the age of 40.
Read more on Cazorla ending Arsenal links.
Viktor Gyokeres finds Gabriel Magalhaes ‘funny’ after Arsenal celebration
Arsenal have finally agreed a fee with Sporting Lisbon over a move for striker Viktor Gyokeres and the Swedish striker is already loving his potential new teammates.
Speaking to L’Equipe, Gyokeres has spoken about how he found amusement at Gabriel Magalhaes mocking his iconic celebration during last season’s Champions League clash.
Gyokeres stated: “I’ve been doing it every time I score. Lots of people have copied it, which is cool! Even though some have done it against me, I actually just find it funny.”
Arsenal fans can now look forward to seeing the celebration more often at the Emirates Stadium next season.
Read more on Gyokeres amusement at Gabriel.
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