Brazilian news outlet RTI Esporte claim Flamengo are keen on a loan move for the striker, who scored seven goals in 27 games in all competitions last season. Flamengo also signed midfielder Jorginho from the Gunners this summer. It comes as Viktor Gyokeres closes in on completing his move to the club from Sporting CP.

Flamengo may have been given an easier route to signing Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal as Palmeiras don’t currently intend to move for him. That’s according to GE Globo, who report that Jesus could leave Arsenal,

Gilberto Silva, a pivotal figure in the “Invincibles” side that went unbeaten through the 2003–04 Premier League season, believes Arsenal’s summer recruitment has addressed key weaknesses and

Real Madrid are not holding back in their pursuit of Manchester City talisman Rodri. Fichajes sensationally claim that the Spanish giants are willing to offer Eduardo Camavinga, Rodrygo and €40 million ($46.9 million) for the 29-year-old midfielder recovering from a lengthy ACL return.

Arsenal’s interest in Eberechi Eze remains genuine - but growing internal doubt over whether the Crystal Palace star fits their tactical puzzle has been threatening to stall any potential move.

Citing data from Transfermarkt, the report added that the last season’s top four teams are five of the biggest spenders heading into the new season.

Arsenal have confirmed Cristhian Mosquera ’s shirt number after finally announcing their fifth signing of the summer transfer window. Mosquera joins Arsenal from LaLiga outfit Valencia for a fee of around £13million (€15million). He has signed a five-year contract with the north London outfit, with an option to extend by a further 12 months.

Premier League sides Arsenal and Newcastle United continue their preseason preparations with a meeting in Singapore on Sunday.