Transfer news LIVE: Arsenal step up Guimaraes pursuit, Liverpool turn attention to Akliouche, Chelsea agree Garnacho exit
Following William Saliba's injury, Arsenal is reportedly scouting new centre-backs, including Ezri Konsa and John Stones. Meanwhile, other Premier League clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United are actively pursuing transfer targets.
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This highlights the high-stakes nature of the transfer market and how unexpected player injuries can trigger significant shifts in team recruitment strategies.
Arenal have confirmed that Saliba has been ruled out for an extended period with a back injury, with Ezri Konsa and John Stones possible targets
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Arsenal are set to sign a centre-back this summer after it was confirmed that Premier League title winner William Saliba has been ruled out for an “extended period” with a back injury. The Gunners could turn to Aston Villa’s Ezri Konsa or former Manchester City centre-back John Stones , who is available as a free agent.
Arsenal are also set to step up their pursuit of Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes but the Magpies are said to be frustrated by the lack of contact from the Premier League champions in what could turn into a protracted transfer saga. Newcastle are holding out for a fee similar to Sandro Tonali’s potential £100m move to Tottenham Hotspur.
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