Arsenal will reportedly launch an improved bid for Brighton star Ben White after having an initial offer knocked back, as per Goal.
The 23-year-old rose to fame after an impressive loan spell at Leeds United last season, helping them win the championship and gain promotion to the Premier League.
The English defender has been an integral part of Graham Potter’s side having featured in 39 games for them. His impressive performance has earned him a call-up to the England national team for the Euros.
According to Goal, the north London club are not put off by their rejected bid which was in the region of £40million. The Seagulls value the defender at around £50million. The Gunners believe they have a good chance of landing the Englishman and are expected to return to the negotiating table with an improved offer.
Football Insider understands that the Brighton star has informed his friends regarding the potential move to the Emirates. The defender has also started house hunting in London amid hopes that the deal with Arsenal would materialize soon.
On the other hand, Football London suggest that Arsenal’s second bid will be around the £45million mark. Although this is still below Brighton’s expectations, the Emirates club are hopeful this sum could lure White away from the South Coast club.
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Arsenal suffered an early setback in the transfer market after failing to sign Emi Buendia who was heavily linked with the Gunners. However, they have quickly turned their attention to other midfield options.
Sambi Lokonga looks to be the first signing of the summer after the talks between the North Londoners and Anderlecht have gained pace in recent weeks. Goal claim the 21-year-old will not be the only midfielder arriving this summer considering the potential departures of Granit Xhaka and Matteo Guendouzi.
The goalkeeper is another position of concern for Mikel Arteta. Leno’s future at the club is uncertain and Mat Ryan has returned to Brighton and Hove Albion following a loan spell. Andre Onana has been a long-term target but his unavailability until November has urged the Gunners to pursue other options too with Aaron Ramsdale being one of them.
Meanwhile, the club are ready to listen to offers for Eddie Nketiah, who has one year left on his contract. The Emirates club are also close to agreeing on a deal with Stuttgart for defender Konstantinos Mavropanos.
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