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Arsenal handed major Raphinha transfer blow as Man Utd explore Lisandro Martinez alternative

The transfer window is beginning to simmer nicely as deals are completed across the globe. One side that is expected to be busy are Arsenal, who have already made some additions in the market.

Three players have already come through the door, with goalkeeper Matt Turner the latest to be announced on Monday. The signing of Gabriel Jesus is expected to be announced this week, whilst a number of other high profile players are still being linked with a move to the Emirates.

With that said, football.london takes a look at the latest transfer rumours surrounding Arsenal this summer.

READ MORE: Why Gabriel Jesus has chosen Arsenal over Tottenham and Chelsea as Edu closes in on £45m deal

Raphinha

Arsenal have been handed a major blow in their pursuit of Raphinha. That's because as per Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea have an agreement with Leeds over the transfer.

The Italian transfer guru said on Twitter: "Chelsea and Leeds have reached full agreement for Raphinha! Official bid accepted around £60/65m [add ons included]. Main part of amount to be paid immediately. It’s done between clubs.

"Talks now ongoing on player side on personal terms and contract. Boehly, on it."

Lisandro Martinez

Arsenal may have been handed a boost in their pursuit of Ajax defender Lisandro Martinez after it was revealed by Romano that Manchester United are planning to hijack Lyon's move for left-back Tyrell Malacia.

Read more here.

Bernd Leno

Kicker, via Daily Cannon, report that PSV hold an interest in signing Arsenal goalkeeper Bernd Leno this summer. Leno is open to leaving the Gunners in search of minutes ahead of the World Cup later this year, and has previously been linked with Fulham.

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