07 Jun 2019 10:10:28
The loudest noise at present appears to be: Praet, Andersen and Meunier to Arsenal. Whether there is any truth in these rumours is yet to be seen.
What are fellow Gooners thoughts on these three players?
I saw a post that Xhaka may go to Inter for £55 million, which seems incredibly high, but if true that changes our summer budget considerably:
Xhaka £55m
Rumoured budget £40m
Ospina £2m
Jenkinson £2m
Chambers £15m
Elneny £8m
Mustafi £25m
Monreal £5m
Mkhitaryan £20m - assuming a club will pay his high wages.
Ozil £25m - assuming a club will match his absurd wages.
Koscileny is another that may be moved on.
That makes a huge total of £197m

I cannot envisage us purchasing more than 4 or 5 players, even with a possible budget of £197m, Hence Freddie's reported elevation to first team coach, presumably to bring through youngsters to make up the numbers in the first team squad.
The 4 or 5 players, will probably be: a couple of defenders, a couple of midfield players and a wide attacking player that could cover up front as well.
I have a feeling Emery knows his current squad's failings and will make big changes this summer.

1.) 07 Jun 2019
07 Jun 2019 11:38:22
Don't think we will sign Meunier, looks like the draw of a champions league team would be his preferred option.

Personally I know it won't happen but I would love KT from celtic at left back!

2.) 07 Jun 2019
07 Jun 2019 15:06:16
I've watched Meunier and like him but find it unlikely. Personally I've never come across Praet or Andersen but think our priority is shifting out players more than bringing any in - or it would be if I was in charge anyway. Free up the wage bill and make a big signing, a Lacazette-level signing, and supplement with youth.