Amid competing interest from Arsenal and Liverpool, Atlético Madrid president Enrique Cerezo has made a statement.

Wirtz is the most high-profile situation in the market right now; Liverpool’s proposal was worth up to a club-record €130million (£109m; $148.5m) — comprised of a guaranteed fee plus potential add-ons — and may yet increase. A long-term target for Liverpool, Wirtz is their first choice and the only player they have made a bid for in his position.

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Martin Zubimendi has raised doubt over his transfer to Arsenal this summer and has refused to rule out the possibility of staying at Real Sociedad. The 26-year-old came close to joining Liverpool last year before he opted to remain with his boyhood club.

The Spain midfielder has addressed growing speculation over a potential move to Arsenal, but recent reports of a completed medical have been firmly denied.

Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi is yet to formally sign for Arsenal despite the deal being practically complete whilst the transfer window is open.

Arsenal hold a long-term interest in RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko and tried to sign him last summer. They failed with a bid for Watkins in January, while Sporting star Viktor Gyokeres is believed to be another option on Arsenal’s radar.

Arsenal have taken up the option to extend Albert Sambi Lokonga’s contract by a year. That should enable them to sell him this summer for a reasonable fee. Sevilla had an option to make last season’s loan permanent but have not taken it up. Lokonga’s preference would be to remain in Spain.

Strategic Moves Ahead of the Summer WindowAs Arsenal prepare for a critical summer window, the tone at London Colney is one of cautious ambition. The Gunners are not expected to