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Arsenal face Leicester City at the Emirates on Sunday in the Premier League. The Gunners are currently fourth in the league table, while the Foxes are 12th.
Meanwhile, Juventus are interested in Gunners midfielder Thomas Partey. Elsewhere, the north London side have entered the race for an Ajax star. On that note, here's a look at the key Arsenal transfer stories as on 12th March 2022:
Juventus interested in Thomas Partey
Juventus are interested in Thomas Partey, according to The Hard Tackle via Tuttosport. The Ghanaian has gone from strength to strength this season at the Emirates. That has caught the attention of Serie A giants Juventus, who are eager to take him to Turin.
Partey joined the Gunners in the summer of 2020. The 28-year-old endured a difficult debut season in the Premier League. However, he has come into his own this campaign, showing just why manager Mikel Arteta broke the bank for him.
The Ghanian is now the first name on the Spaniard's team sheet and has earned rave reviews as a solitary holding midfielder. Partey's performances have drawn admiration from clubs around Europe, with the Bianconeri among his suitors.
Juventus are long-term admirers of the 28-year-old. Despite signing Denis Zakaria in the winter, manager Massimiliano Allegri wants more depth in his midfield and has his eyes on Partey. The Old Lady even asked for the player in return when Arsenal enquired about Arthur Melo in January. However, the move was instantly scrapped, signifying Partey's importance to Arteta.
The Bianconeri could attempt to convince the Premier League giants to part ways with their prized asset this summer. However, the Ghanaian is tied with the Gunners till 2025 and is a vital component of Arteta's team.
The north London side have no reason to offload him. Even if they do decide to do so, Partey is likely to cost a lot more than the £45 million they paid for him. That could pose a problem for Juventus, considering their financial woes.
Arsenal enter race for Noussair Mazraoui
Arsenal have entered the race for Ajax's Noussair Mazraoui, according to The Hard Tackle via Calciomercato. The Moroccan right-back is already a target of Barcelona, Leeds United and AC Milan. Now, Arsenal have joined the fray.
The 24-year-old rose through the ranks at the Dutch side and earned his debut in 2018. After initially struggling with form and fitness issues, Mazraoui has come into his own this campaign. The Moroccan has five goals and four assists in 28 appearances, earning admiration from the Gunners.
The north London side are looking for a stable backup to Takehiro Tomiyasu. Mazraoui fits the bill, so the Premier League giants could dive for Mazraoui this summer.
Gunners initiate contact for Yeremy Pino
Arsenal have been in touch with Villarreal regarding Yeremy Pino, according to The Hard Tackle via El Desmarque. The Spaniard has been in superb form since joining the Yellow Submarine in 2019. The 19-year-old has scored seven goals and set up four more in 34 games across competitions.
Pino's steady rise has earned him admirers at the Emirates. Arteta wants a replacement for Nicolas Pepe and has his eyes on the Spaniard. However, Pino has a release clause of €80 million, while Real Madrid and Liverpool also have their eyes on the teenager. He is contracted with Villarreal till 2027.
