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Three Premier League relegation candidates Arsenal should sign including £100m wonderkid and star striker

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Arsenal are looking ahead to a summer transfer window that could see plenty of change within their squad in terms of signings and exits.

The Gunners have been linked with some of the best players out there, ranging from Alexander Isak and Benjamin Sesko up front, to Martin Zubimendi and Nico Williams.

However, while Arsenal may look for those excelling at the top of the game, the value in those teams struggling elsewhere can create some rather hidden gems.

The Premier League sides relegated from the division are yet to be confirmed, with plenty of twists and turns left in store.

However, as it stands, it seems as though Southampton, Leicester City and Ipswich Town are the prime candidates to go down with nine games left to go.

Position Team Played MP Won W Drawn D Lost L For GF Against GA Diff GD Points Pts
17 WolvesWolves29 7 5 17 40 58 -18 26
18 IpswichIpswich29 3 8 18 28 62 -34 17
19 LeicesterLeicester29 4 5 20 25 65 -40 17
20 SouthamptonSouthampton29 2 3 24 21 70 -49 9

Relegation could open up a few chances to land some stars, so here’s a look at three from the current bottom three that could be worth exploring.

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Tyler Dibling – Southampton

Perhaps one of the brightest young stars to make their breakthrough this season is Tyler Dibling at Southampton.

The midfielder has shown excellent ball-carrying ability, drifting past the opposition and creating chances at will.

In a pretty drab season for the Saints, Dibling has been the one shining light for them as they look certain for the drop.

While Arsenal could be a potential suitor for him, there is plenty of competition to land the 19-year-old this summer.

According to the Telegraph, Southampton want over £100million to let their academy gem leave the club.

On top of that, interest from Manchester United, Manchester City and Tottenham persists.

Mads Hermansen – Leicester City

Arsenal need another goalkeeper option this summer, with Neto set to end his loan spell with the club and return to Bournemouth.

The Gunners have been linked with plenty of shot-stoppers, with Joan Garcia of Espanyol one of the main candidates.

That said, perhaps Mads Hermansen is the best option to pick up from Leicester City if they are relegated.

The 24-year-old has impressed since becoming the first-choice option, with plenty of his peak years still ahead of him.

Whether Hermansen would settle for second choice is unclear, but it would be one worth trying.

Liam Delap – Ipswich Town

With strikers in short supply and Arsenal desperately in need of one, Liam Delap is an option that makes sense.

The youngster has hit the ground running in the Premier League, already netting double figures for goals scored in his debut campaign at the level.

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With plenty of years ahead of him in the top division, Delap could offer something that has been missing at times.

A clinical edge in front of goal and a physical bite to his game, the England youth international is one to look out for this summer.