It's believed Nketiah could command a similar price as Balogun, if not more, with a sale around the £30million mark more than possible. He's one of six stars who joined Arteta at a pre-season training camp in Marbella, where one last impression could be made on the coach.
Midfielder Emile Smith Rowe is in a similar boat to Nketiah, with the 23-year-old also set up for a departure this summer amid £30million links to Fulham. Injuries have plagued the youngster who once broke through the Gunners ranks at the same time as Bukayo Saka, but was relegated to just three Premier League starts last season.
Goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale's time at the Emirates Stadium took a dramatic shift last season when Arsenal announced the surprise loan move for Raya, something which pushed Ramsdale down to the bench after three consecutive seasons of being a No.1 choice in the Premier League for both Sheffield United and the Gunners.
His £50million asking price, according to TEAMtalk, could actually hinder the star's ability to leave the club, but if matched would net a cool £26million of profit from their deal with the Blades back in 2021 which saw him sign for £24million. With Calafiori set to hold down the fort at left-back, it's becoming increasingly likely that Jakub Kiwior is another name on the chopping block for this summer's business proposals - especially given Jurrien Timber's return to availability.
The Polish star has been heavily linked with a move back to the Serie A, less than 18 months after leaving Spezia. Both Juventus and Inter Milan have been said to hold interest in the 24-year-old, and it's believed the Gunners will listen to offer around £20million for the defender who made 30 appearances in all competitions last season.
Finally, Reiss Nelson's limited involvement saw him ask to leave the club earlier in the transfer window and he could now get his wish as he assesses his options going forward. Having only signed a new four-year deal last July, Nelson could leave for as little as £20million after he was convinced by Arteta to commit his future to the club.
If those players are sold, the money generated could mean Arsenal are able to easily complete deals for both Olmo and Calafiori, strengthening their squad massively in the hopes they can go one better than the last two seasons domestically and lift their first Premier League trophy in over 20 years.
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