Arsenal have been busy on the transfer front as Mikel Arteta looks to add the finishing touches to his team ahead of a big season.
Martin Zubimendi, Kepa Arrizabalaga and Christian Norgaard have all joined Arsenal in recent weeks.
Meanwhile Arsenal are also closing in on Noni Madueke, Viktor Gyokeres and Cristhian Mosquera.
In an interesting turn of events, another player linked with the Gunners has now been pictured with Arsenal star Myles Lewis-Skelly.
Jules Kounde of FC Barcelona in action
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Arsenal ace Myles Lewis-Skelly spotted with Barcelona star Jules Kounde
The player in question is Barcelona full-back Jules Kounde, who was said to be on Arsenal’s radar ahead of the summer transfer window.
Earlier this year, The Sun reported that the Gunners were pondering a £55million move for the France international.
On Thursday, Lewis-Skelly shared a number of photos on his personal Instagram account, and the tenth shows him alongside Kounde.
Lewis-Skelly and Kounde haven’t ever shared the pitch, either as teammates or as opponents, so it’s certainly a bit of a random photo to share.
Nevertheless, it suggests the two are friends off the pitch – and the fact he has been linked with a move to Arsenal makes the photo all the more intriguing.
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How likely Arsenal are to sign Jules Kounde
Kounde’s contract expires in the summer of 2027, which isn’t too far – this would normally be the time when other clubs start circling and making enquiries.
However, Marca reported in March that Kounde was eager to extend his stay at the club – and as he’s a regular starter, he’d have no real reason to leave just yet.
In addition, Arsenal are said to be closing in on the signing of Mosquera, who plays in the same positions as Kounde – centre-back and right-back.
With that in mind, the Gunners will probably be alright in terms of their defensive options if they sign Mosquera, meaning they won’t need Kounde.