Arsenal Transfer News Today: Calafiori SWAP DEAL, Vieira exit UPDATE, Smith Rowe bids REJECTED

15 Jul 2024 19:30 BST
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FootballTransfers runs through the latest Arsenal football transfer news updates, including the latest on Riccardo Calafiori, Fabio Vieira and Emile Smith Rowe.

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Jakub Kiwior swap deal rejected

Bologna have reportedly rejected Arsenal’s latest offer for Italy international Riccardo Calafiori as they hold out for an initial fee of at least €50 million.

Calafiori, 22, has agreed personal terms with Mikel Arteta’s side, but the Gunners are yet to finalise a deal with Bologna and the Serie A side expect their star defender to return for pre-season by 20 July.

Arsenal’s latest bid is €45m plus a further €5m in add-ons, while Jakub Kiwior has also been included in the offer, according to Italian outlet Il Resto del Carlino.

Bologna have been offered the Poland defender on loan with an obligation to buy, but they have refused to entertain such an offer.

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Mikel Arteta wants to keep Fabio Vieira

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta is keen on retaining Fabio Vieira this summer, FootballTransfers understands.

This comes amid transfer speculation surrounding the 24-year-old's future after failing to nail down a starting place last season.

Sources inform us that Arsenal manager Arteta believes that Vieira's best is yet to come and that he wants to keep the midfielder at the club this summer.

Arsenal reject Emile Smith Rowe offers

Arsenal have rejected bids from Fulham and Crystal Palace for Emile Smith Rowe, according to Sky Sports.

The ex-England U21 international reportedly wants to prioritise regular first-team football next season, with an Arsenal exit certainly plausible.

Both Fulham and Palace are now pondering whether or not to lodge a second bid.

Southampton want Aaron Ramsdale

Southampton are eyeing a summer move for Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale, as per The Sun.

The England international played second fiddle to David Raya last season and with the Spaniard’s loan move now permanent, Ramsdale could leave the Gunners in search of a starting place elsewhere.

Southampton are reportedly interested in signing the Arsenal ‘keeper as they prepare for life back in the Premier League.

Nico Williams blow

Barcelona are set to open talks with Arsenal target Nico Williams this week, according to Fabrizio Romano.

The Spain international, who shone at Euro 2024, has a €58m release clause at Athletic Club, but his wage demands are said to be extremely high, which has put the Gunners off.

Barcelona, however, are determined to sign Williams and Joan Laporta recently admitted that the Blaugrana are capable of signing the 22-year-old.

Romano has now revealed that Barcelona will step up their pursuit of Williams this week, while they are prepared to spend their entire summer budget on the Spaniard.

Declan Rice slammed

Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice has been criticised by Rafael van der Vaart following his performance in the Euro 2024 final.

Speaking on NOS, Van der Vaart thundered: “What is he doing? He picks up a ball and then plays it back to John Stones. He is useless. If you are really worth a hundred million, you should also be able to play that ball forward.”

Albert Sambi Lokonga joins Sevilla

Arsenal midfielder Albert Sambi Lokonga has joined Sevilla on a season-long loan deal, with an option to buy next summer.

Upon confirmation of his move to Sevilla, the 24-year-old admitted: “Everyone knows that Sevilla has a great history. I hope to be able to win a lot at this club. For me the most convincing thing is the opportunity to win again and be part of the team writing its history.”

Lokonga spent last season on loan at Luton Town, and he racked up x appearances in all competitions for the Hatters.

© IMAGO - Albert Sambi Lokonga has joined Sevilla on loan

Nuno Tavares joins Lazio

Nuno Tavares has also left Arsenal on loan. He has completed a move to Serie A side Lazio on a one-year loan deal.

The Italian outfit will be obligated to buy the defender if certain clauses are met, while Arsenal will retain a sell-on clause if Tavares does join Lazio permanently.

Tavares has spent the last two years on loan at Marseille and Nottingham Forest.