"Both deals are done" - Fabrizio Romano provides reassuring transfer message for Arsenal fans

Rice and Timber are both done deals, according to Romano in his exclusive CaughtOffside column, so there’s no need for Gunners fans to panic, with announcements sometimes taking time and no clear explanation as to what’s behind these decisions.

The main thing for Arsenal fans, however, is that there doesn’t appear to be any serious issue going on behind the scenes, so it’s really just those final few points taking a bit longer than expected.

Responding to questions from frustrated Arsenal fans about the timing of these deals, Romano said: “I know Arsenal fans are desperate to hear official announcements on Declan Rice, but I can’t control that.