Arsenal transfer news: Mikel Arteta's stance on Marcus Rashford as Gunners 'make contact'

It could yet go down as one of the greatest seasons in Arsenal's history, but plans are already being drawn up for next term. The Gunners are still in with a chance of winning their first ever title, as it's only half-time in their semi-final clash with .

failed to make home advantage count as they in the first leg. Tuesday's result means that and his players when they visit the French capital next Wednesday in order to reach the final.

Behind the scenes, work is being done to prepare for the 2025-26 campaign which may well be the defining season for Arteta's project, with the Premier League title once again the target. The Gunners' first priority is clear: sign a striker.

Arsenal also want to bring in Martin Zubimendi, who could prompt a shakeup in midfield. That's because several players are , with Arteta ready to be ruthless.

Here's a round-up of the latest transfer news from the Emirates Stadium.

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Arteta's stance on Rashford

Mikel Arteta is a long-term admirer of forward - but a move to Arsenal is unlikely. The Gunners are prioritising signing a central striker rather than a wide forward like Rashford, 27, this summer.

Alexander Isak, Benjamin Sesko and Viktor Gyokeres are on the club's shortlist and a decision will need to be made. Arsenal sources claim that they were offered forward in the final week of the , but he - like Rashford - is unlikely to move to north London.

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Gunners 'make contact' over Ndicka

Arsenal have reportedly made contact with to discuss signing centre-back Evan Ndicka. Having played every minute in this season, 25-year-old Ndicka is attracting interest from the .

Gazzetta dello Sport, via , say that Arsenal and are among the most interested teams, with the left-footer valued between €30million (£25m) to €40m (£34m). Ndicka is under contract until 2028 and Roma won't part with their French-born international cheaply.

Real Madrid join race for Arsenal target

have entered the race for in-demand goalkeeper Joan Garcia. The 23-year-old has been linked with Arsenal and Aston Villa in recent days but Real are reportedly also keen.

According to , chiefs at the Santiago Bernabeu view Garcia is a viable option to compete with . The former youth international has a release clause of around €25m (£21m).

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