Arsenal, along with sporting director **Andrea Berta**, is working behind the scenes to secure major signings after a disappointing Premier League title challenge. Mikel Arteta has emphasized the need to strengthen the squad, calling for a "big" transfer window.
#### **Key Developments:**
1. **Martin Zubimendi**: The Real Sociedad midfielder’s transfer is reportedly "done and signed" (*David Ornstein*), despite earlier concerns over his comments.
2. **Kepa Arrizabalaga**: Arsenal is close to agreeing a deal for the Chelsea goalkeeper (*BBC*), though official confirmation is pending.
#### **Striker Search:**
- **Viktor Gyokeres**: Arsenal’s bid for the Sporting CP striker was rejected (*Record*), but the player is reportedly eager to join.
- **Benjamin Šeško**: The RB Leipzig forward (21 goals in 2024/25) remains a top target. While his release clause is rumored below £85m, Sky Germany’s *Florian Plettenberg* suggests the final fee could reach that figure.
#### **Journalist’s Insight:**
*Ben Jacobs* (talkSPORT) claims Arsenal could finalize Šeško’s signing **within the next two weeks**:
> *"If a fee is agreed, the deal could be completed by the end of June... It may happen in the last two weeks of this month."*
Šeško has been on Arteta’s radar since 2023, but negotiations have been slow. Meanwhile, Gyokeres’ interest adds complexity to Arsenal’s striker hunt.--
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