ARSENAL chief Edu is planning a summer spending spree as the Gunners look to splash the cash in the transfer window.
Mikel Arteta's men narrowly missed out on the top four at the end of last season as Spurs pipped them to Champions League qualification.
But that has not stopped the North London outfit from being linked with a host of exciting players as they look to boost their strength in depth ready for a return to the Europa League.
They have already confirmed the high-profile arrival of attacking midfielder Fabio Vieira from Porto for £34million.
And he could well open the floodgates for a host of other signings in the coming weeks.
Manchester City forward Gabriel Jesus is closing in on a move to the Emirates as he prepares to fight it out with Eddie Nketiah for the right to lead the line for Arsenal.
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Meanwhile, Leeds playmaker Raphinha is another creative talent being linked with the Gunners.
The 25-year-old Brazilian looked to be on his way to Barcelona, but reports now suggest the Gunners may well be poised to hijack their deal – although their first offer has been rejected.
And it does not end there with the plethora of exciting talent Arsenal are being tipped to sign.
Leicester midfielder Youri Tielemans has reportedly been eyeing a move away from the King Power Stadium for some time.
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Arsenal may well be ready to give him what he wants, with a £25m offer set to be tabled.
Then in defence, Arteta is almost certainly looking to acquire a centre-back to give Gabriel and Ben White some competition for places.
The Gunners have had a £25m bid for Ajax centre-half Lisandro Martinez rejected.
But they are thought to be ready to improve that to £30m as they bolster their squad for the new season.
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