Nico Williams 'key target' for Mikel Arteta but Arsenal suffer Matheus Cunha transfer blow

Mikel Arteta received good and bad news relating to his hunt for a proven striker in the upcoming summer transfer window.

Although not yet confirmed, it looks like Arsenal have fallen short in the again and will finish runners-up for the third season in a row. The have missed out on signing a prominent forward in the last two transfer windows and fell flat in front of goal on multiple occasions this campaign.

Unfortunately for Arteta, the two strikers he had, and , both endured season-ending injuries. This resulted in the Spanish manager playing Mikel Merino as a replacement striker.

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As we approach the end of the 2024/25 season, have been linked with a series of fresh forwards. have got the latest media reports and transfer rumours from around the club.

Nico Williams a 'key target' for Arteta

Arsenal remain unsure on whether to pursue 22-year-old superstar Nico Williams despite reports of Arteta being a huge fan of the winger. The Spanish international still remains a key target according to who also claim from sources that Arsenal are wary of Williams' demands.

However, the Athletic Club player is reportedly not going to let his demands get in the way of him making a move from the La Liga club if he decides to part ways with the team he has been with through the academy.

What the Gunners will be waiting on for now is any news regarding William's latest injury. The Spaniard did not travel with the Athletic squad to their away match against Real Madrid after picking up a groin injury. He has been named in the squad for tomorrow's league fixture, but whether he will play is unknown.

Matheus Cunha may want rival club

Manchester United have reportedly been handed another boost in their pursuit of Wolverhampton Wanderers forward Matheus Cunha this summer.

believe that United hold an advantage over their competitors, as Cunha believes United to be one of the biggest clubs in world football, and their current position in the table is not seen as a detractor.

As well as being linked with a move to Old Trafford, the Brazil international has also been linked with a move to Arsenal. The Gunners have also been linked with and Viktor Gyokeres.