And with Arsenal gearing up a fresh assault on Manchester City next season, Italy centre back Riccardo Calafiori is expected to joining Mikel Arteta's squad following positive talks with his current side Bologna, who are interested in bringing in Jakub Kiwior.
But one fringe player is set to depart soon with unwanted Nuno Tavares' agents holding talks with Lazio chiefs about a sale, while the Gunners have had a tiny bid for reserve goalkeeper Dan Bentley turned down by Premier League rivals Wolves.
Here is everything you need to know from in and around Arsenal over the past 24 hours.
Ta-ra to Tavares
Arsenal and Lazio have agreed a loan-to-buy deal for left-back Nuno Tavares, who has been given permission to discuss personal terms with the Serie A club.
Tavares, who is not part of Mikel Arteta's plans, recently outlined his desire to remain with the Gunners for pre-season before making a final decision on his future later this summer.
But Arsenal have made it clear to Tavares that he can leave following an underwhelming loan spell at Nottingham Forest and now Lazio have agreed a loan deal which includes an obligation to buy worth between £6million and £7m plus a sell-on clause.
Calafiori consequences
Arsenal's move to sign Bologna's Riccardo Calafiori would likely see 'popular' defender Jakub Kiwior leave the club amid interest from Italy.
After a stellar Euro 2024 campaign, Italy's centre-half Calafiori suddenly became a man in demand. He has received interest from all over Europe, namely from several Premier League clubs.
The Gunners have been linked with the former Brentford and Bristol City stopper to add to their goalkeeping ranks. The 30-year-old has been identified as an ideal addition given his homegrown status that will allow them to satisfy both the Premier League and UEFA's quotas.
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