Here is your Arsenal morning digest on Monday, July 24.
Edu questioned on Paqueta links
Arsenal technical director Edu was asked about reported interest in Lyon's Lucas Paqueta while in America with the squad. Reports in France and Brazil have linked the Gunners with a move for the midfielder this summer, but Edu has denied that talks are taking place.
"I’m very respectful when I talk about Lucas," Edu told TNT Sports Brazil. "I’m a guy who likes him a lot, I’ve always liked him, since my time with Brazil’s national team. He’s had a great season, he was considered the best (overseas) player in the French league.
"But today, there really isn’t any kind of talk, there’s only my admiration for the player, because the squad today is, in the position he plays, I think we’re very well served in this regard."
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Arsenal ready Arthur offer
Arsenal are preparing to submit a loan offer to Juventus for Arthur Melo which also includes an option to buy, according to Repubblica.
Mikel Arteta and Edu were said to be interested in the Brazilian back in January, but a deal failed to materialise. Youri Tielemans and the aforementioned Paqueta have also been linked with a move to the Emirates, but Arthur would represent a cheaper alternative should a deal progress.
Arthur message to Gabriel Jesus
Gabriel Jesus has impressed in pre-season, finding form in front of goal since joining from Manchester City. The 25-year-old scored yet again on Sunday against Chelsea and took to Instagram to say: "Well played, guys! Feeling at home."
The replies were full of praise for the Brazilian, including a message from Arsenal transfer target Arthur Melo.
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