Hello and welcome back to the [Arsenal](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/) transfer blog as we prepare for the window opening in June. It's expected to be a busy summer for the Gunners as Mikel Arteta tries to strengthen his squad.
Despite losing Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Jesus to long-term injuries, Arsenal decided against signing more attackers in January and that has left them short at the top end of the pitch. It's anticipated that the Gunners are going to bolster the forward area with a new No.9 at the forefront of their shopping list.
Benjamin Sesko and Alexander Isak have been long linked with a move to the Emirates Stadium, while there are other strikers, such as Viktor Gyokeres, that could enter the conversation.
Elsewhere, the Gunners are anticipated to look for more midfielders. With Thomas Partey and Jorginho out of contract, Arsenal may need to add more bodies in that area of the pitch.
Meanwhile, we will also be bringing you other news, such as injury updates, from north London as the Gunners prepare to return to action. Follow the latest Arsenal updates below.
08:38Kieran King
We are back. Hello and welcome to our live Arsenal transfer blog on this fine Wednesday morning.
Stay tuned for updates and reaction through the day...