Colton LeDez

[afcstuff @afcstuff]

🚨 @FabrizioRomano: “Newcastle told Arsenal they don’t want to negotiate, but Arsenal have told Bruno Guimarães’ camp & are ready to tell Newcastle that they plan to return with a new proposal. Arsenal want to try again for Guimarães.” 🕵️‍♂️🇧🇷

[Eduardo Hagn @EduardoHagn]

🚨 BREAKING from @SamiMokbel_BBC:

Arsenal remain in discussions over potential swoop for Newcastle midfielder Bruno Guimaraes with a FRESH offer set to arrive. 🇧🇷

[HandofArsenal @HandofArsenal]

As far as I am aware this is what has been going on. Arsenal were interested in Fernandes / Tonali / Pablo Barrios (exclusive). When Tonali was offered to us at the end of January, it peaked everyone's interest at the club. Berta kept in contact as did City. It became clear the deal was not feasible due to Newcastle wanting £85m or even more. To further add, the agent fees are incroyable. Barrios was not available for several reasons. Fernandes is heavily involved with Jorge Mendes and it became quickly apparent that there would be a bidding war at a minimum of £85m. It has now even been stated, 'whoever pays the most can have him'.

Berta then made contact multiple times to explore the situation of Alex Scott, the interest is real and there was a feeling a potential bargain could be secured around £65m. Bournemouth began to panic while Alex Scott was out in the USA with the England pre camp and want to rush to secure a renewal for Scott with a possible release clause. Their stance currently is he is not for sale at any price.

Is it becoming apparent we have approximated budget for the midfielder? (Investing in other areas)

As for Bruno G let me clarify… Berta made contact with his camp via Kia. A loose offer below £60m was floated to Newcastle via these middle men to understand their appetite for any deal. Newcastle say he is not for sale. Kia being involved is something you must keep an eye on for reasons every Arsenal fan should be aware of. When an offer is serious, it is officially submitted to the club hence me saying Newcastle have had no contact yet from Arsenal as of 9am. Newcastle will not lose both of their midfielders, so maybe Berta tried a cheeky offer before the Tonali deal has gone through. Until a serious offer is presented or our budget changes, we wait.

Arsenal have contacted the likes of Bouaddi / Kone and others I don’t want to discuss yet but no one else is providing these step by step updates and its incredibly exhausting. Personally think Bouaddi or Bruno would be incredible.

[Fabrizio Romano @FabrizioRomano]

🚨🇧🇷 Arsenal made formal approach in last 24h for Bruno Guimarães.

Plan to try open talks for £55m was immediately rejected by Newcastle.

#NUFC want to keep Bruno and told Arsenal they won’t sell for that fee.

🎥 https://t.co/gYgZwHcNf5

[David Ornstein @David_Ornstein]

🚨 Arsenal now in club-to-club contact with Leicester City over deal for Jeremy Monga. No agreement yet but direct talks; all sides handling respectfully due to 16yo age. Many keen but only wanted #AFC - plan to pay fair fee & avoid tribunal @TheAthleticFC https://t.co/3pFGFpmqlL

[Tekkers Foot @tekkersfoot]

🚨🌎 MESSI OPENS THE SCORING FOR ARGENTINA! WHAT A FANTASTIC GOAL! 🤯🤯

Argentina 1-0 Algeria.

https://t.co/aVA5yg4x6X

[HandofArsenal @HandofArsenal]

Morgan Rogers Update

• Morgan Rogers has given preference to joining the English champions. Other clubs are still actively in the race but acknowledge the player's current preference.

• Morgan Rogers has respectfully communicated his desire to leave to senior figures at Villa (significant).

• Personal terms have been explored and are not a hindrance at all.

• Morgan Rogers is sold on the Mikel Arteta project and plan for him.

• Morgan Rogers was on the shortlist of attacking reinforcements Arsenal discussed last summer.

• My understanding is that Villa and Arsenal are in contact through unofficial channels regarding any potential deal. Remember my words: the fee is key to this deal. The player is fully on board.

• Andrea Berta has asked to be kept fully informed about any other club making a move for Morgan. If Arsenal do make a move, there will be another update.

Chelsea, in particular, have been pleading with Morgan to showcase their plan for him, but as of today, the response is "Arsenal." Manchester United have also explored the situation of Morgan, with Carrick being a big fan.

Bradley Barcola and one other player are also of interest to Arsenal. Details on that in due time.

Arsenal are also in direct contact with multiple midfielders, as recently as a few days ago. The likes of Bouaddi, Scott, Kone, Larsson, and two others. As I mentioned yesterday, we are yet to make contact with any club officially while Berta explores personal terms with all of them. One of these players is convinced he is joining Arsenal. It's important to remember that Livramento also felt the same way, but it highlights how strong the conversations are.

Arsenal are also monitoring the Madrid midfielder situation. Tonali was offered to us in January; talks have never surpassed personal terms as of today. These clubs are using Elliot Anderson's deal as a market scale. Newcastle want crazy money, as do Palace for Wharton.

Personally, I hope its Ayyoub Bouaddi we accelerate a move for!

Taking a very short holiday. I'll be back!

HandofArsenal

https://t.co/FlJpEu3RFz

[george @StokeyyG2]

The moment Vozinha was told he had gained 1.5M Instagram followers because of his performance in the Spain game…

What a moment for the bloke. 👏😅 https://t.co/OdUDdoQRSs

[Ryan Taylor @RyanTaylorSport]

Ayyoub Bouaddi already featured prominently during Arsenal recruitment talks pre-World Cup.

Now rivals will also want a piece of the pie.

Andrea Berta started working on the file in late 2025 & #AFC firmly expected to be in mix, subject to price. 🇲🇦⬇️
https://t.co/42DiCePeZO

[Eduardo Hagn @EduardoHagn]

🚨 @RyanTaylorSport:

Aston Villa attacking midfielder Morgan Rogers, Club Brugge starlet Christos Tzolis and PSG's Bradley Barcola are also on the Arsenal’s shortlist but there's an acceptance that deals for Rogers and Barcola may prove complex during the World Cup. 🤝

[Eduardo Hagn @EduardoHagn]

🚨 @FabrizioRomano:

Morgan Rogers is Arsenal’s top target for the winger position. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

An alternative option is Bradley Barcola. 🇫🇷

[Ben Jacobs @JacobsBen]

Arsenal are in talks with Club Brugge for Christos Tzolis as @HandofArsenal called. Belgium side want close to £35m.

As previously revealed on @talkSPORT, Morgan Rogers remains a leading target in addition.

Bradley Barcola and Junior Kroupi are the other viable options for a starting left-wing spot at the club.

Liverpool also tracking Barcola. PSG are prepared to consider a sale if they reinforce with another attacker even though contract extensions talks are also active.

Julian Alvarez also a dream target for Arsenal.

Jeremy Monga talks remain advanced.

Arsenal also working on outgoings. Saudi interest in Gabriel Martinelli remains.

Bournemouth one club who have enquired on Leandro Trossard, who is also drawing interest from Europe.🔴

[HandofArsenal @HandofArsenal]

Arsenal are in direct contact with Club Brugge to sign Christos Tzolis. As I reported earlier, player is very keen but the fee will be key. Data team at Arsenal highly impressed for a while with Greek winger.

Market opportunity which wont affect main target or Monga deal.

[David Ornstein @David_Ornstein]

🚨 Arsenal exploring deal to sign Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge. 24yo left-sided winger expected to be gettable for ~€40m. Move for Greece international does not impact #AFC interest in Morgan Rogers or other options to strengthen attack @TheAthleticFC https://t.co/lBe1BINfU2

[HandofArsenal @HandofArsenal]

Bradley Barcola Situation

• Moussa Sissoko has been trying to renew Bradley Barcola’s contract for the best part of 9-12 months. Talks have been difficult, and it reached a point where both parties agreed to put negotiations on hold so that Barcola and PSG could focus on important fixtures in April and May.

• Soon after the UEFA Champions League final, talks resumed and remain ongoing. The player reportedly told people close to him that he was disappointed not to start a number of important fixtures.

• PSG’s position is clear: renew or we will sell, as his contract expires in June 2028. Personally, I think that is a significant stance for the club to take.

• Barcola’s agent also represents Ousmane Dembélé and Désiré Doué and maintains a good relationship with PSG. The club is also in serious talks regarding Yan Diomande and Maghnes Akliouche, which could further influence the situation surrounding Barcola.

Both Arsenal and Liverpool are interested, but I want to explain Arsenal’s side of the story.

• Andrea Berta made serious enquiries into Barcola’s situation last summer. At the time, Arsenal were informed that the player would stay for at least one more year. Since then, Berta has remained in constant contact with Sissoko and has made it clear that Barcola is of serious interest to Arsenal. He has also asked to be notified if PSG become open to a sale. Should Arsenal make an official approach towards PSG, there will be a further update.

• Arsenal also hold an interest in Morgan Rogers and one other player(sensitive info currently). More on that in due course.

• As always, Andrea Berta is willing to agree personal terms with multiple targets and make a move when the timing suits Arsenal.

Before I sign off, there is something worth noting. Berta is very happy for misinformation to circulate publicly. Berta & Co are busy behind the scenes, and many details remain unknown as Arsenal move silently.

Allow me to provide a free exclusive as an example of that which is unknown. Arsenal made standard checks on Nico Paz. Nico was reportedly left confused following a recent call with Mourinho, although another conversation may be scheduled. Arsenal have also made serious checks on Christos Tzolis, the Greek winger.

My point is that a great deal is happening behind the curtain. Embrace the silence and, as always, choose your sources of information carefully.

HandofArsenal

[Eduardo Hagn @EduardoHagn]

🚨 @FabrizioRomano:

There are movements happening around Bradley Barcola. 🇫🇷

Arsenal are very keen. ⚡️

[HandofArsenal @HandofArsenal]

Arsenal have real interest in Bradley Barcola.

I will update soon on the situation. There are things to explain about his situation that need clarifying.

[The Bottom Corner @thebottomcorna]

Arsenal's interest in Kroupi Junior is very strong. The player has really impressed Arteta and Berta.

Bayern Munich are also interested but Arsenal is the FAVOURITE to sign him.

The figure I have heard is approaching €100m.

@cfbayern

[Eduardo Hagn @EduardoHagn]

🚨 @GoldbergCFC:

Morgan Rogers’ priority is ARSENAL. 🔴⚪️

That’s the club he wants to go the most. ⚡️

[Eduardo Hagn @EduardoHagn]

🚨 @SimonJones_DM:

Arsenal are among a number of clubs that have shown interest in Bayer Leverkusen's winger Kerim Alajbegović. 🇧🇦

Arsenal met with his representatives to hold talks. 🤝