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45 minutes agoBy Ciaran Wiseman

Rice 'top five' in the world

Conor Gallagher believes Declan Rice is in the "top five" midfielders in the world.

The England star told BBC Radio 5 Live: "I would say around the top five.

"I can't think off the top of my head now but he is definitely up there and the exciting thing is he's getting better as well.

"He's only just moved to a top team like Arsenal and he's still improved massively from when he was at West Ham. So it's really exciting for everyone England and like I said, he's a top guy as well."

Today, 13:20By Ciaran Wiseman

Arsenal target hailed

Arsenal target Riccardo Calafiori has been hailed by a Bologna team-mate ahead of a potential move to the Emirates Stadium.

Scotland midfielder Lewis Ferguson told BBC Radio Scotland: "Not only did he have a really good tournament, but last season he was outstanding - one of our best players.

"We had a great season as a team and he was big part of that."

The Gunners have reportedly agreed a deal with the Italy defender.

Today, 12:27By Ellie Grant

Sancho emotional message to Saka

Jadon Sancho wrote a heartfelt message to Bukayo Saka after his star performance for England last night.

Sancho shared a post on his Instagram story of Saka holding his MOTM award and captioned it, "I'm so proud of this guy! You did it for me and Marcus brother!"

The Arsenal winger took England's third penalty, slotting it cooly into the inside of the side netting as England went on to win the shootout.

Saka was one of three players, along withJadon SanchoandMarcus Rashfordwho missed penalties in the shootout of the Euro 2020 final againstItaly,which led to vile racist abuse.

Today, 11:43By Ellie Grant

Saka’s girlfriend poses with his MOTM trophy

Bukayo Saka's proud girlfriend Tolami Benson posed with his Player of the Match trophy after England's win over Switzerland.

The Arsenal star scored the equaliser that sent the game into extra time and helped England to win the penalty shootout.

Saka celebrated the huge victory in the stands with hispartner Tolami, giving her a hug.

Benson then shared a pic of the trophy asshe aimed a kiss at the trophy as she captioned the post: "My baby’s baby 🏆"

Today, 09:24By Connor Greaves

Saka enters record books

Bukayo Saka's 80th-minute equaliser for England against Switzerland kept the Three Lions' Euro 2024 dreams alive.

The Arsenal superstar also superbly tucked away his penalty in the shootout as England progressed to the semi-finals.

Saka netted his 12th England goal, equalling Arsenal's highest scorer for the England national men's team.

The 22-year-old is now the Gunners' joint-leading scorer for the Three Lions with Cliff Bastin.

Today, 07:00By Jon Boon

Goalkeeper linked

Arsenal are chasing Espanyol shot-stopper Joan Garcia, according to reports.

The Spaniard is currently tied up to the Catalonia club until 2028.

However, a fee of £21million is believed to be enough to tempt the club into a sale.

The Gunners are well stocked in the keeper department, having signed David Raya on a permanent deal while having Aaron Ramsdale on their books.

Today, 05:00By Jon Boon

Calafiori bid 'accepted'

A bid of £42million for Riccardo Calafiori has been accepted by Bologna, according to reports.

TuttoMercatoWebclaim the Italian club have come to an agreement with Arsenal for the Italian defender's signature.

Other reports suggest personal terms have already been agreed.

Today, 03:00By Jon Boon

England's opponents confirmed

England will face the Netherlands in the Euro 2024 semi-final on Wednesday.

The Three Lions booked their place with a 5-3 win on penalties against Switzerland.

Facing them will be the Dutch, who saw off Turkey 2-1.

Today, 01:00By Jon Boon

Rashford future

Marcus Rashford's future is up in the air.

Recent reports revealed that Man Utd could be willing to sell the forward.

Arsenal have been linked with a move for the England star in the past.

He is set to have talks with Man Utd in the near future.

6th Jul 2024, 23:30By Jon Boon

Williams twist

Marc Cucurella has revealed he is trying to convince Arsenal target Nico Williams to sign for Chelsea.

“He is a great player, he is bringing out all his potential,” Cucurella toldSport. “It is a source of pride that he is on our team, that he is our teammate, and with players like him, everything is easier.

“He would be a great signing [for Barcelona], but it all depends on what he wants. I’ve been telling him to sign for Chelsea… In the end, everything depends on him. He is very young, with a lot of experience. I think he will be a great player.”

6th Jul 2024, 22:32By Jon Boon

Biereth fee

Arsenal are set to receive a £4million fee from the sale of Mika Biereth.

The striker was on loan at Sturm Graz last season, where he scored nine goals and helped the Austrians qualify for the Champions Leauge.

Now they have got a healthy sum for his sale to boost the coffers.

6th Jul 2024, 21:30By Jon Boon

Saka on his pen

Bukayo Saka scored from the spot for England in their shootout win against Switzerland.

Famously, Saka missed in the Euros final against Italy, but that was never going to stop the Arsenal man.

He said: "It was special. Last time we had a penalty shootout at the Euros, we all know what happened”. “I have faith in God to come back from something like that. Today, I took the chance and I'm happy”.

6th Jul 2024, 20:45By Jon Boon

Lokonga demand

According to reports in Spain, Arsenal are demanding a obligatory buy clause is inserted in a deal to sign Albert Sambi Lokonga on loan.

Diario de Sevilla says that La Liga giants Sevilla have agreed personal terms with the Belgium midfielder.

However, it remains to be seen if Sevilla will agree to Arsenal's demands.

Lokonga enjoyed a successful loan at Luton last season, but is seen as surplus to requirements by Mikel Arteta's side.

6th Jul 2024, 19:50By Jon Boon

England win on pens

England are through the Euro 2024 semi-finals after a dramatic penalty shootout win over Switzerland.

The game finished 1-1 after extra time, with dreaded spot kicks needed to separate the sides.

In the end, the Three Lions prevailed 5-3.

It's Turkey or Netherlands next.

6th Jul 2024, 18:45By Jon Boon

Ramsdale future

Arsenal do not want to sell Aaron Ramsdale, according to reports.

Sky Sports journalist Dharmesh Sheth claims the Gunners could loan him out instead.

The England shotstopper has two years left on his contract.

While there is an option to extend his deal for another year.

6th Jul 2024, 18:19By Jon Boon

Raphinha contact

Arsenal have reportedly made contact with Barcelona over a swap deal for Raphinha.

The Gunners missed out on the Brazilian winger when he left Leeds.

But now they plan on using Eddie Nketiah in a deal for the wideman.

TEAMtalk claim the bid is £30million plus the striker - with the Catalans valuing Raphinha at £67million.

6th Jul 2024, 17:05By Jon Boon

Neto talks

Arsenal have held talks with Pedro Neto over a summer move, according to reports.

TEAMtalkrevealed the Gunners spoke with his representatives, having tracked the winger for a long time.

His club Wolves reportedly want £60million for him.

Spurs are also said to be interested in the wideman.

6th Jul 2024, 16:30By Jon Boon

Calafiori deal

ITALY defender Riccardo Calafiori has reportedly agreed personal terms with Arsenal.

The 22-year-old impressed on his major tournament debut for theAzzurrithis summer.

Calafiori's form attracted interest from several clubs across Europe, includingChelseaandParis Saint-Germain.

However,Arsenalare understood to be inpole positionto sign him.

Transfer guruFabrizio Romanoclaims the Gunners have agreed personal terms with Calafiori.

The Italian has approved a five-year deal worth £3.4million-a-year.

But Arsenal are still yet to strike a deal with his club, Bologna.

6th Jul 2024, 15:58By Tony Robertson

Rice and Saka start for England

As SunSport exclusively revealed, it looks set to be a new formation.

This means Saka will be moving to left wing-back as Konsa comes into the team for the suspended Marc Guehi.

Meanwhile, Rice is once again partnered by Kobbie Mainoo.

6th Jul 2024, 15:41By Tony Robertson

Arsenal fixtures

Arsenal will be bidding to win the title next season again, and they will be hoping to get off to a good start when they face Wolves on August 17.

6th Jul 2024, 14:59By Tony Robertson

Arteta admits two stars have had 'tough time'

Mikel Arteta has admitted England stars Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka have had a "tough few weeks" with England at Euro 2024, but admitted Jude Bellingham's wondergoal against Slovakia could be a turning point.

Speaking to CBS, the Arsenal boss said: "It was an unbelievable moment [the winning goal].

"I was watching it with my boys and my son is a huge fan of Jude Bellingham so he was running and jumping all over the place.

"So glad for the boys [Rice and Saka] because I know it’s been a tough few weeks for them.

"But they showed the character and the resilience that is needed in tournaments to create a moment that hopefully is going to turn a lot of things around."

6th Jul 2024, 14:18By Tony Robertson

Former Arsenal star joins new club

Ex-Arsenal star Takuma Asano has joined AS Mallorca on a two-year deal, the club have announced.

The now 29-year-old was signed by Arsene Wenger in 2016, but failed to make the grade at the Emirates before he was sold to Partizan Belgrade.

The Japan World Cup star joins the LaLiga side from Bundesliga outfit VfL Bochum, where he scored six goals in 29 appearances last season.

Nicknamed the Jaguar in his homeland, Asano never made a senior team appearance for the north London club.

6th Jul 2024, 13:48By Tony Robertson

Leah Williamson turns out for Wimbledon

Arsenal women's star Leah Williamson has turned out for today's action at Wimbledon.

The Gunners defender was seen looking sharp in a grey suit.

Let's hope she also brought an umbrella due to wet weather currently plaguing SW19.

You can follow all the latest from the tennis here.

6th Jul 2024, 13:20By Tony Robertson

Arsenal risk of losing Saliba next season

Arsenal are at risk of losing William Saliba to Real Madrid next summer, according to a sensational report from GIVEMESPORT.

The report claims Madrid won't bother making a bid for the Frenchman this term, but will instead put plans in place to make their move next summer while instead concentrating on Leny Yoro for this year.

Saliba will have two years left on his deal next summer, meaning the Gunners will have a weaker negotiating position compared to this year.

6th Jul 2024, 12:55By Tony Robertson

'Neto could play for any top team' declares former ace

Former striker Don Goodman has lauded Pedro Neto amid transfer rumours linking with him Arsenal.

Former Sunderland, Wolves and West Brom ace told OLBG blog: “I think Pedro Neto could go to any of the big clubs - he's that good.

"Wolves fans are resigned to the fact they will lose him, with respect to them.

“Neto is a top-level player and Wolves can't lay claim to being one of those clubs right now.

"You have to grab the football opportunities with both hands and embrace the chances to develop your career and play at the highest level - and that means the Champions League. He's that good.

“It's promising to hear him talk about how much he loves the club, fans, and the area. He's very settled and he'll have to revisit that in the summer.

“Arsenal are the ones who are linked with him, but I'd be very surprised if most of the big teams aren’t keeping an eye on him. He's been sensational."