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Latest Arsenal news today with Aaron Ramsdale transfer update and Ethan Nwaneri injury boost

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Catch all the latest Arsenal news, including updates on Ethan Nwaneri injury, Aaron Ramsdale transfer and Robin van Persie.

Arsenal are back in Premier League action today as they take on Nottingham Forest in a huge clash at the top.

It’s second against third as the Gunners look to make up some serious ground in the title race, while Forest are hopeful of dragging them into a Champions League battle.

Mikel Arteta is facing some growing pressure to return to winning ways ahead of the European trip next week.

So with that said, here’s a look at the biggest Arsenal stories ahead of another busy day.

Mikel Arteta gives Ethan Nwaneri injury update

Arsenal were sweating over the fitness of Ethan Nwaneri as the winger became an injury doubt following the defeat to West Ham.

The winger is one of just three available forward options for Mikel Arteta, following a raft of issues across the frontline.

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Ahead of the clash against Nottingham Forest, Arteta has revealed that Nwaneri is available and hasn’t suffered an injury.

The Arsenal boss told the press: “Ethan [Nwaneri] he was just cramping, his load has been very different, but he’s fine.”

Read more on Ethan Nwaneri injury boost.

Aaron Ramsdale set for transfer switch

Former Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale is set to make another transfer switch this summer, Arsenal Insider understands.

The shot-stopper left the Gunners last summer to join Southampton in a deal worth up to £25million, looking for more regular game time.

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With the Saints facing the likelihood of relegation from the Premier League, Ramsdale could be on the move once again.

Arsenal are believed to have a sell-on clause in the deal, which could see them bag an extra cash injection in the months ahead.

Read more on Aaron Ramsdale transfer update.

Robin van Persie on what Arsene Wenger told him

Ex-Arsenal striker Robin van Persie has revealed that Arsene Wenger has been in touch with him over his latest job change.

The Dutchman has joined his old club Feyenoord as their new head coach, joining from Heerenveen in the past few days.

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Upon making the switch, Van Persie told the media on what Wenger told him: “Wenger congratulated me and wished me good luck. I think that’s beautiful.”

He will be looking to help the Eredivisie club for the rest of the season amid a huge injury crisis.

Read more on Robin van Persie and Arsene Wenger.