Arsenal's summer transfer window is heating up, and it looks like two new signings are on the horizon. While the club's only completed move so far is the £34.5 million signing of Piero Hincapie, all signs point to two more arrivals in the near future. The first is France star Manu Kone, who has reportedly agreed personal terms with Arsenal. This development is particularly intriguing, as it suggests that the Gunners are looking to strengthen their midfield options, which were stretched last season due to injuries to key players like Mikel Merino and Martin Odegaard. What makes this move even more fascinating is the involvement of Patrick Vieira, a former Gunners great, in the transfer. Vieira's seal of approval for Kone could be a significant factor in the player's decision to join Arsenal. However, the World Cup is still ongoing, and Kone's involvement with France could potentially slow down negotiations with Roma, his current club. The Italian side is reportedly valuing Kone at around £43 million, which is well within Arsenal's budget. The 25-year-old midfielder has three years left on his contract, which he signed in 2024. The second potential signing is Leandro Trossard, a Belgian winger who has been linked with a move to Arsenal for months. Turkish newspaper Sabah reported that Arsenal has agreed a deal for Trossard, with a fee of around £15.5 million. However, there has been no confirmation from Trossard himself regarding personal terms. Earlier in the summer, Trossard was reportedly offered an annual salary of around £8.3 million to join Saudi outfit Diriyah. This suggests that Besiktas, who have been touted to sign the player, may have to match or exceed this offer to secure his services. The fact that links to Besiktas have not died down throughout these rumors suggests that they still have an inside edge on the move. In the meantime, Arsenal looks set to raise some much-needed funds through these transfers. However, the World Cup is still ongoing, and the distraction of elite talent could potentially impact these deals. As the tournament enters its final fortnight, we can expect to hear more about these potential signings and the future of Arsenal's summer transfer window.
