BREAKING NEWS: Arsenal have agreed on a transfer fee to acquire Chelsea’s key transfer target. The striker has arrived in London for his medical examination, and the club statement and squad number have been finalized.

According to recent reports, Arsenal are considering a late summer transfer move for Liverpool’s striker Darwin Nunez. The Gunners have been searching for a striker this summer, with names like Brentford’s Ivan Toney and Napoli’s Victor Osimhen being linked. Now, they have turned their attention to Nunez, who has faced criticism since joining Liverpool.

Nunez became Liverpool’s most expensive signing in 2022 when he moved from Benfica, scoring 33 goals in 97 appearances. Spanish reports claim that Arsenal are planning a significant transfer move for the Uruguayan striker before the transfer window closes on Friday.

Nunez has yet to start in Liverpool’s first two Premier League matches this season, which Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta reportedly wants to exploit. Arsenal had previously shown interest in Nunez during his time at Benfica, and they are now looking to reignite that interest.

Liverpool would likely demand a fee exceeding £73 million for Nunez. However, Arsenal’s desire to bolster their attacking options may prompt them to take decisive action before the transfer deadline. Earlier reports suggested that Liverpool might hold off on further transfer business until January, despite being interested in acquiring up to three new players.

In other Arsenal transfer news, the club completed the signing of Mikel Merino from Real Sociedad on Tuesday. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano provided additional insights into Arsenal’s transfer activities.

Romano mentioned that a deal for Justin Bijlow to join Southampton fell through due to a failed medical, and Southampton are now considering a move for Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale. Arsenal are open to a loan deal with an obligation to buy for Ramsdale, and they are eyeing Espanyol’s Joan Garcia as a replacement to back up David Raya.

Romano also compared the Merino transfer to Manchester United’s signing of Manuel Ugarte. He emphasised that both players are different in style and that both clubs made excellent moves. He believes Merino will be a valuable addition to Arsenal, providing balance and quality to the squad. Overall, Romano praised Arsenal’s €32 million deal for Merino as smart business.