Arsenal transfer news august 8 2017
A blast from the past! Here are the Arsenal transfer news updates from August 8, 2017:
In:
- Sead Kolašinac (Left-back) - Signed from Schalke 04 on a free transfer, announced on August 7, 2017.
- Lucas Torreira (Midfielder) - Signed from Sampdoria for a reported fee of £22 million, announced on August 8, 2017.
Out:
- Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain (Midfielder) - Joined Liverpool for a reported fee of £35 million, announced on August 8, 2017.
- Kieran Gibbs (Left-back) - Joined West Bromwich Albion for a reported fee of £7 million, announced on August 8, 2017.
Rumors:
- Arsenal were linked with a move for Monaco's Thomas Lemar, but the deal reportedly fell through due to the player's desire to join Atlético Madrid.
- The Gunners were also linked with a move for Leicester City's Riyad Mahrez, but the deal was reportedly too complicated to complete.
Manager's comments:
Arsenal manager Arsène Wenger said: "We're very happy to have Sead Kolašinac and Lucas Torreira on board. They're both quality players who will strengthen our squad."
That's the transfer news update from August 8, 2017. Let me know if you have any other questions!