Further down the pitch, Arsenal need to decide on a No 6 for the future. Thomas Partey, who turns 32 in the summer, and Jorginho, 33, are both into the final six months of their contracts. While Declan Rice can play as a No 6, his talents are better utilised as the left No 8 in Mikel Arteta’s system.

Arsenal are reportedly working on a deal to sign Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi in the summer transfer window. The Spain international rejected a move to Liverpool last year to stay in

Arsenal have won the race to sign Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi, beating the likes of Manchester City and Liverpool to the Spain midfielder. According to Mail Sport the Gunners have virtually agreed a £51 million deal,