Arsenal are ramping up their efforts to sign some key transfer targets this summer, as the Daily Mail gives an update on one potential signing.

It comes as the Gunners are looking to take the squad forward another step, having recently secured their first Premier League title in 22 years.

Mikel Arteta is sticking around and hoping to make that a regular occurrence at the Emirates Stadium, with a squad already built to challenge again next season.

Some new arrivals could see the team evolve even further, with talks underway to sign Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge as a squad option.

Then there’s the interest in Morgan Rogers, which appears to be heating up.

Arsenal Ready Morgan Rogers Move

Arsenal’s interest in Aston Villa star Rogers is well-known at this point, with the England international viewed as a key target for the Gunners, as well as their rivals Chelsea.

As the Europa League winners need to sell this summer, the playmaker is viewed as an ideal option to poach, but the Daily Mail reports that any deal could cost upwards of £85 million.

Despite that, the report claims that Arsenal are willing to step up their interest in Rogers, while their players are helping with a charm offensive to convince him that it is the right move to make.

It’s stated that his England teammates, most namely Declan Rice, are attempting to convince the 23-year-old that he could be an ideal addition to the squad.

It remains to be seen whether that will work, but it could ultimately get a deal over the line for a player who could add an extra dimension to the team.

Rogers has been described as a “superstar”, and for good reason, after an impressive campaign with Aston Villa. His skillset may be the difference between Arsenal retaining the title or missing out.

Who Else Are Arsenal Targeting?

Arsenal have their sights set on Rogers, but there are other players that appear to be targeted for a potential move over the coming weeks of the summer transfer window.

Beyond Tzolis, the Daily Mail reports that Julian Alvarez is still admired, even though Atletico Madrid have set a firm stance against selling the striker this summer.

In the midfield, Alex Scott is viewed as a possible addition from Bournemouth, though the Cherries are trying to get the star tied down to a new contract that could include a release clause.

All of them could be quality additions, but some sales could be required before the Gunners get to work on making some signings.

Following the logistical complications Uruguay faced when their plane was denied entry into the USA ahead of their World Cup opener last week, a second nation is now facing a race against the clock to be in the country in time for their decisive group game. Visa entry problems have been a regular theme in the early knockings of this summer’s showpiece event.

Perhaps the most noteworthy incident was the one that saw Somali referee Omar Artan prevented from making history, as his alleged links to a terrorist organisation meant he was sent back home. Meanwhile, players such as Breel Embolo, as well as staff like Iran’s head coach, along with journalists and photographers, have also been among those affected.

The strict US border control, put in place by Donald Trump and his administration, has created a stark contradiction in football politics after both he and FIFA chief Gianni Infantino claimed the “world will be welcome to America”. And now, another nation is having to deal with the headaches of a convoluted visa system.

Second Nation Facing US Entry Issues Ahead of Crunch Final Group Game

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According to Romain Molina – a journalist who has previously worked for The Guardian and The New York Times – Tunisia are facing issues with visas ahead of their travel to the USA.

Although they are now eliminated following heavy defeats to Sweden and Japan, the final Group F match still carries huge weight for the Netherlands, who will head into the fixture feeling a win is needed to maintain top spot.

Indeed, as per Molina, the issues should be resolved in time, but a complication between someone from the federal office and a member of the Tunisia delegation has still made the process of getting to Kansas City difficult.

As he explains, it is down to “single-use visas”, similar to Iran’s previous complications, which meant “an Iranian player and the federation had to ‘remake’ the visa.” The administrative side to US immigration policies means that visitors are usually only allowed to enter the country once in a specified timeframe.

Tunisia’s Lamentable 2026 World Cup Efforts

The Eagles of Carthage sacked their manager after just one match at this summer’s World Cup, with Mondher Kebaie being handed his P45 after a 5-1 loss to Sweden. But while the appointment of Herve Renard was supposed to inspire the side to punch well above their weight, a 4-0 loss to Japan soon followed.

Now, several rumours are floating around about a potential exodus within the Tunisian governing body, with several members at loggerheads over where to go next. On the surface, neutrals are wondering how they even qualified for the tournament, given the lack of fight they’ve put up.

Having been drawn into a qualifying group with the worst-ranked team in Pot 2 (Equatorial Guinea), the second-worst ranked team in Pot 3 (Namibia), the second-worst ranked team in Pot 4 (Malawi) and the worst-ranked team in Pot 5 (Liberia), it was an unbelievable stroke of luck for them. But sadly, that fortune ran dry when it mattered most.

ITV pundit Emma Hayes is being praised for a five-word message she sent to viewers during Iran’s World Cup match against Belgium on Friday night.

The USA Women’s head coach has found herself on both sides of the praise and criticism divide during this summer’s showpiece tournament. Her in-depth analysis during hydration breaks has shown why she’s regarded as one of the best in the business.

However, after being placed on a TV set that some viewers likened to a kitchen, a sexism row quickly went into overdrive. Many of football’s more old-fashioned followers seized the opportunity to take aim at the seven-time Women’s Super League winner. Now, though, Hayes appears to have delivered a message of her own.

Emma Hayes’ Message During ITV Coverage Is Going Viral

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While going about her usual business of dissecting early tactics and offering a perfect deep dive that is both understandable but complex enough so that so-called football experts can still learn something away from other pundits’ dumbed-down analysis, Hayes takes a minute to stop what she’s doing, and reveal the wording on her back (see below):

The ‘beautiful’ quote was a message from her dad before he passed away, and seems to have acted as a defiant message against the unnecessary criticism she has faced recently. Reacting to the incident online, one X user wrote: “Emma Hayes that was quality,” while another remarked:

A third added: “Think that bit from Emma Hayes will upset those she hoped it would!” and a fourth concluded: “Big up Emma Hayes. Beautiful words there on top of her quality analysis all tournament.”

Hayes’ Analysis Shouldn’t Continue To Be Overlooked – It’s Brilliant

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For the most part, pundits like to dumb things down for the ordinary spectator. This way, anyone can watch football and quickly get to grips with what’s happening. But for those connoisseurs who know the ins and outs of the sport, this style of punditry can become quite repetitive, and that’s where one of the best analysts in the game, Emma Hayes, comes into play.

The coach-turned-pundit is just as detailed in her journalism as she is in her management. A diary loaded with stats and facts makes for an in-depth and fascinating analysis before and after the ninety minutes are done. While others try to streamline football, Hayes, who is best known for her work with Chelsea, teaches her viewers about the complexities, catering for those who thought they already knew it all.

It’s a great shame that her work is being overshadowed or ignored by those who can’t accept her brilliance just because they don’t like her. The work she puts in behind the scenes is there for all to see, and it makes for a refreshing sight this summer.