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With Arsene Wenger finally calling it a day, the upcoming transfer window has attracted extra attention from the Arsenal fan base. The excitement for Wenger's successor to be announced is increasing with each passing day and also the anticipation for the players that the new man in charge will sign.
Arsenal has been linked with numerous players and managers day in day out for the past few weeks. Some rumours raise eyebrows, some seem realistic while some are there just for the sake of it. In this segment, we will take a look a look at all the major advancements that happen in the transfer world concerning Arsenal.
So without further ado, let's take a look at the transfer reports featuring Arsenal that made headlines on May 18:
Jorginho and Jean-Michael Serri targeted
Arsenal are reportedly looking to sign two midfielders this summer. The uncertainty over the future of Jack Wilshere and Aaron Ramsey has made the club act quickly in identifying midfield targets.
The Mirror has revealed that Arsenal have earmarked two of the most sought after midfielders in Europe at the moment. Jean-Michael Serri of Nice and Napoli's Jorginho are being linked with a move to the Emirates in the summer.
Jorginho is being courted by the likes of Liverpool and Manchester City but his agent Joao Santos has recently revealed that Arsenal have also contacted him regarding Jorginho's future. He is valued at £35 million by Napoli whereas Serri - a Chelsea target reportedly has a market value of £40 million.
Arsene Wenger wanted by PSG
Paris Saint Germain are looking to rope in Arsene Wenger this summer. The Parisians plan to appoint Wenger as the general manager of the club with Thomas Tuchel being the head coach, the Mirror understands.
PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi is said to be friends with the Frenchman and has reportedly tried twice in the past to bring Wenger back to France.
Mikel Arteta's replacement at Manchester City found
According to Yahoo Sport, Mikel Arteta is closing in on a move to Arsenal. Pep Guardiola has hence started the search for his replacement and has reportedly found a more than able deputy at his disposal.
It is believed that Andres Iniesta has been targeted by Manchester City in a player-coach role. The veteran midfielder is on his way out of Barcelona and may be lured by a move to the Premier League. Guardiola is also keen on a reunion.
