Mikel Arteta gets dream £43m transfer update after fresh injuries ahead of Arsenal v Man City game

Mikel Arteta suffered three injury updates during the March international break, which could have a major impact on the Premier League. Gabriel Magalhães and Bukayo Saka returned to London Colney early, with both Brazil and England providing updates on the Gunners duo.

Earlier in the week, it was announced at a press conference that Gabriel was suffering from Achilles tendon inflammation. As for Saka, he was absent from Thursday's outdoor training session, with Jordan Henderson, Cole Palmer and Harry Kane also training indoors.

The next day, Saka released a statement confirming that he would miss the friendlies against Belgium and Brazil as a precautionary measure. The pair have a big game against Manchester City coming up next weekend, and given that another key player who is likely to play in that game may be absent, the pair are in doubt. Of course.

During England's game against Brazil, Kyle Walker was sent off within the first 15 minutes after standing up clutching his hamstring. The experienced defender is very important to Pep Guardiola and his pace of recovery has made him a valuable asset for Man City.

During the two-week break from domestic football, a number of transfer updates have been announced, including one that could be a big plus for Arsenal heading into the summer. With that in mind, football.london We've got all the Gunners news, transfer rumors and injury updates for you.

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Gokeres transfer update

Sporting CP's Victor Gokeres is a sought-after player in the summer transfer window, with both Arsenal and Chelsea interested. An eye-watering price tag of more than £80 million had been mooted for his price tag, but the latest reports reveal that figure has been significantly reduced.

According to Italian newspaper La Gazzetta dello Sport, Sporting would like to sell him for just 50 million euros (approximately 4.3 billion yen), making it a very attractive option.

football.london say: “Arsenal's need for an elite-level forward has not been as pronounced in recent months, but the desire to sign remains. Strikers are very expensive these days, with Arsenal able to sign one for as little as £43m. If so, it could be too good an opportunity to pass up.

“Jokeres has been in brilliant form this season, with 36 goals in all competitions, equaling Arsenal's top three goalscorers. Signing a player for £43m is another story, especially given the asking price.''As the season continues and with more clubs in the race to sign his signature, that could be a possibility. will continue to rise.”

Walker's injury blows

There were major injury concerns when Kyle Walker gingerly limped off the field clutching his hamstring just 12 minutes into the friendly between England and Brazil. The Manchester City player tried to play again, but was replaced by Ezri Konsa just two minutes after receiving treatment.

football.london say: “This time last season, William Saliba suffered a season-ending injury, which had a huge impact on Arsenal, and this could be the equivalent of Man City.During the run-in last season, Walker played in all three competitions. A squad that is indispensable and has no direct replacement.

“It is unclear at this point whether the problem is serious or not, but it is unlikely that Walker will be fit to play against Arsenal in just seven days. Given his treatment, Walker is in the starting lineup.''It also seems like an unlikely scenario. ”