Arsenal had a successful transfer window this summer, delivering their best performance in the opening game of thePremier Leagueseason. The Gunners beat Crystal Palace 2-0 at Selhurst Park on Friday, led by new arrivals. Gabriel Jesus' attack looked lively, with fellow new signing Oleksandr Zinchenko assisting Gabriel Martinelli's opening goal. Returning loaner William Saliba also put in a Man of the Match performance, giving Mikel his Arteta a great start.
But it looks like Arsenal's business isn't over yet, with more new players on the agenda before the deadline. Mirror Football brings together the latest news and rumors around North London.
Pino's Breakthrough
Arsenal's pursuit of Villarreal star Jeremy Pino has come to fruition amid reports that the Spanish club has made an offer it sees fit. It looks like it's tied.
The 19-year-old is considered one of La Liga's rising talents, andArsenal have taken advantage of Villarreal's financial problems. You may be able to get the services of a leveraged winger. Pino has his £67.5m release clause, but Villarreal is desperate for a big sale this summer after missing out on Champions League qualification for him.
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DeFodi Images via Getty Images)Spanish publication ASArsenal have submitted a bid worth £33million. Accepted by Villarreal. Given that rivalsLiverpool were also monitoring Pino's progress, the move would be a veritable coup for the Gunners.
'The next Pirlo' is the target
Another name for him at Arsenal is AC Milan talent Sandro Tonali. He could also move to the Emirates this summer.
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Ettore Griffoni/LiveMedia/REX/Shutterstock)Tonali was a key player for Rossoneri last season. Milan reportedly admitted they would be happy to approve his departure if the asking price was met.According to reportsThe Mail, Milan said in closed-door talks with Arsenal. said he values the 22-year-old at £46m.
However, given Tonali's importance to the squad, which helped him win the Serie A title last season, a deal that crosses the line may be difficult. The departure of fellow central midfielder Frank Kesy has already complicated things, but AC Milan's fan base has been dubbed 'the next Andrea Pirlo', one of Tonali's main stars leaving the club.
Willian prepares to move to Fulham
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Getty Images)Former Arsenal flop Willian looks poised to complete his recent swift return to the Premier League. Link with newly promoted Fulham.
The Brazilian forward left Arsenal last summer after agreeing to terminate his contract after his disastrous 12 months at the club. Despite being a key Corinthians player, reports emerged last week that he could return to London before the deadline.
Now El Globo say they are ready to accept Fulham's offer for Willian to join Marco Silva's squad and will meet with the club's board on Thursday. After Wednesday's Copa Libertadores exit, Corinthians club president Duilio Monteiro Alves said (viaMetro): Today's post-match conversation.
"We will talk tomorrow morning. If anything really changes, he's under contract until the end of next year, but I'll leave that to tomorrow. I can't hide anything. I don't want to, I'll skip anything. Let's wait for tomorrow." Read
