Arsenal prioritise double Premier League swoop as surprise £40m defender deal emerges

The football season may have entered the most important part, but that hasn't stopped the transfer rumour mill from starting to link players with a move to Arsenal.

With them still within a shout of winning the Premier League title, the Gunners are expected to enjoy another busy transfer window after splashing over £250m last year.

As Mikel Arteta's side have experienced once again, the margin at the top is minimal. Recent reports have indicated that a new forward and winger are at the top of Edu Gasper's wishlist, but other positions could be improved once the window slams open.

Here, football.london has rounded-up the latest stories in the transfer world with a fresh perspective on what it means to Arsenal.

Newcastle striker Alexander Isak and Crystal Palace winger Michael Olise have emerged as two targets for the Gunners for the summer transfer window. According to The Guardian, Isak could cost around £100million in the summer, leaving the north Londoners scrambling for alternatives in Viktor Gyokeres.

Olise, who signed a four-year contract with Palace in August, has continued to attract interest despite making just nine appearances this season. A fee in the region of £65m has been touted with Chelsea and Manchester United interest.

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football.london says: "Arsenal's interest in Isak is hardly 'new' or surprising considering their clear need for a striker. He's proved to be one of the most clinical strikers in the league.

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