Arsenal are still in the hunt for the Premier League title but transfer rumours are already swirling
Regardless of what transpires between now and the campaign’s conclusion, Arsenal are potentially in line for a busy summer. They’ll be desperate to be doing that business as Premier League champions, though, and they know exactly what they need to do to make that a reality.
If Mikel Arteta’s squad secure victory in their remaining four fixtures, anything other than a perfect record for rivals Manchester City would guarantee celebrations in North London. The Gunners’ former City forward Gabriel Jesus has the opportunity to enter an exclusive group of players to claim the championship with two separate clubs, yet his prospects beyond this campaign appear uncertain.
Arsenal have three London derbies in their final four games, the first of which comes on Saturday against Fulham. If they win, it would establish a six-point advantage over their nearest rivals before Pep Guardiola leads his side to Everton on Monday evening.
Brazilian striker Jesus isn’t the only player to attract speculation, with one of the Gunners’ former targets also linked with a move. Here are our latest updates.
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Jesus backed for Juve switch
Fabrizio Ravanelli believes Gabriel Jesus could provide his old club Juventus with the attacking reinforcement they require. The Italian big-hitters have been linked with Barcelona veteran Robert Lewandowski, but Ravanelli views Jesus as the more suitable option, in part due to his age.
“I think the club should look to other attacking options rather than the 38-year-old Lewandowski,” Ravanelli told La Gazzetta dello Sport. “I’d do anything to sign [Victor] Osimhen, even if it’s not easy because of certain clauses.
“There are many strong strikers in Europe, starting with Gabriel Jesus, who would be worthy of a place at Juventus even after a few injuries. There are other young players, and the scouts must identify the right profile who can win something important in the future.”
Ndicka eyed by Bournemouth
Twelve months after reportedly snubbing Arsenal, Evan Ndicka could yet find himself in the Premier League. The Ivorian centre-back chose to remain at Roma rather than making the move to North London, with the Gunners subsequently bringing in Piero Hincapie and Cristhian Mosquera.
Arsenal might now be well-set but Premier League rivals Bournemouth are said to be keen. The Cherries will need a new centre-back if, as expected, Marcos Senesi leaves when his deal expires in the summer.
Incoming manager Marco Rose is well acquainted with Ndicka’s qualities from their shared time in the Bundesliga, though Roma are said to want £35million. According to 225 Foot, the 26-year-old defender represents a key target for Rose once the manager takes over from Andoni Iraola.
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