Arsenal tipped to complete £30million priority transfer after the international break

Arsenal are expected to sign a new central midfielder this summer as Mikel Arteta looks to strengthen his squad ahead of next season.

The Gunners narrowly missed out on a top-four spot last season but it is unlikely that this will affect their summer transfer plans. Arsenal have already confirmed the signing of Matt Turner and Marquinhos, whilst Alexandre Lacazette, Mateo Guendouzi and Konstantinos Mavropanos have all left the club on permanent deals.

According to reports, the Gunners are 'in contact' with Leicester City star Youri Tielemans' camp with the Belgian midfielder entering the final year of his contract. Both Arsenal and Tottenham have been linked with the 25-year-old, who has made more than 100 appearances for the Foxes since signing from Monaco on an initial loan deal in 2019.

Video: Antonio Conte assesses 3-0 win over Arsenal (Football London)

Welcome Marquinhos-62a75140289ffb30121da42a Jun 13 2022 15 10 53

Arsenal Target Marquinhos Profiled

Nuno Tavares' Form Assessed By Former Coach Joao Tralhao

William Saliba confirms he will return to Arsenal this summer

All you need to know about Chelsea transfer target Raheem Sterling

Arsenal's Dream Lineup for the 2022/23 Season

Belgium outlet HLN via KTH reported that the Gunners have remained 'in contact' with Tielemans' camp with Leicester awaiting an official bid for the midfield playmaker. The report suggests that some officials inside Arsenal are 'convinced' a deal can be agreed swiftly with the Foxes after the international break.

The 25-year-old was a key player under Brendan Rodgers despite not playing his best football last season, making a total of 50 appearances, scoring seven goals and registering five assists. Tielemans is a priority target for the