Real Sociedad expect Martin Zubimendi to agree a summer move to Liverpool, according to The Athletic.

The Spaniard had previously been linked with a move to Arsenal.

Arsenal remain in talks to sign Real Sociedad midfielder Mikel Merino, as per Fabrizio Romano.

The Spaniard has agreed personal terms with the Gunners and is eager to join the club this summer.

Arsenal have lowered their asking price for Eddie Nketiah to €25 million, according to RMC Sport's Fabrice Hawkins.

Marseille have re-ignited their pursuit of the Englishman and could look to finalise a deal soon.

Mikel Arteta decided to provide his hired a team of professional pickpockets to teach his players a lesson, reports The Athletic.

The publication states that while at dinner with the Arsenal squad. they went round tables pinching phones, wallets etc. At the end of the meal, Arteta asked players to empty their pockets, with several missing key items.

This was to teach the squad the importance of being 'alert and prepared' at all times.

Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta has provided on the fitness of Jurrien Timber after the defender didn't feature in the club's win over Bayer Levekusen.

Arsenal have reignited their interest in Raphinha.

Mikel Arteta is keen to sign a new winger who can provide competition on either flank, and though their interest in Raphinha has quietened recently, it would appear they are ready to enter talks with Barcelona, while he could be available for around £42 million.

The Brazilian lost his place in the Barca team last season after the emergence of Lamine Yamal. (Mundo Deportivo)

William Gallas believes Arsenal can win the Premier League if the sign a top striker.

The Gunners have lost out to Man City in the last two seasons, with Gabriel Jesus, Kai Havertz and Eddie Nketiah sharing the centre-forward duties.

"I’m sticking by my prediction of Arsenal winning the title but they still need a top class striker that can go and score them 20 goals in the Premier League," Gallas told Genting Casino.

"The only issue is that they haven’t signed that striker yet, despite coming so close to being champions last season.

Liverpool remain interested in Arsenal target Martin Zubimendi.

Two Real Sociedad midfielders - Zubimendi and Mikel Merino - have been the subjects of plenty of speculation this summer and Arsenal are more interested in the latter rather than the former.

That has opened the door for Liverpool to pursue Zubimendi, who has a €60 million release clause. FootballTransfers reported the interest back in February.

Marseille are growing frustrated with Arsenal over the lack of progress in the Eddie Nketiah negotiations.

The Gunners will allow Nketiah to leave this summer to raise funds for player acquisitions and Marseille has seemed the most likely destination the last few weeks.

However, the French side are unwilling to match Arsenal's £30 million asking price, while Arsenal have been accused of 'moving the goalposts' on the deal. (TeamTalk)

Wolves are interested in signing Aaron Ramsdale from Arsenal.

The England international is the current number two at the Emirates after he lost his status as number one to David Raya last season, so is keen to leave for first-team football.

Interestingly, Arsenal have been strongly linked with Wolves' number two, Wes Bentley, so he could be included as part of any Ramsdale deal. (talkSPORT)