Arsenal transfer rumours: Bayern exit Rice race; Havertz considered by Gunners
By 90min Staff
90min rounds up the latest Arsenal transfer news, rumours and gossip circulating around the world...
Bayern Munich have decided to end their pursuit of Declan Rice due to his ever-increasing price tag. Thomas Tuchel had previously met with the midfielder to discuss a move to Bavaria but the German champions are no longer interested in a deal, leaving Arsenal to have a free run at the West Ham captain. (Sky Sport Germany)
Arsenal are also ready to make another bid for Moises Caicedo. The Gunners had bids for the Ecuadorian knocked back by Brighton during the January window. To make way for Caicedo, Arsenal could offload Thomas Partey, who is wanted by at least two clubs in Serie A. (The Times)
Chelsea forward Kai Havertz is of interest to Arsenal, but the Gunners are being put off by the Blues' £75m asking price. Bayern Munich and Real Madrid like the forward but neither are expected to make a move this summer. (Evening Standard)
Arsenal retain an interest in Crystal Palace star Michael Olise, but PSG are looking to take him to Parc des Princes this summer after they finalise deals for Bernardo Silva and Victor Osimhen. (Fichajes)
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Fenerbahce playmaker Arda Guler has a release clause of just £15m, with Arsenal among the teams to have made contact with his camp in recent months. (Turkish-Football)
Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi is expected to stay at the club after securing Champions League qualification. He is the subject of interest from Arsenal and Barcelona. (Fabrizio Romano)
Juventus have set their sights on Arsenal and USMNT striker Folarin Balogun as a long-term replacement to Dusan Vlahovic, who was previously courted by the Gunners. (Rudy Galetti)
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