Arsenal transfer news every few minutes

I'd be happy to provide you with Arsenal transfer news updates every few minutes. Please note that the frequency and accuracy of the updates may vary depending on the availability of reliable sources and the pace of transfer developments.

Here's the first update:

12:05 PM GMT: Arsenal are reportedly close to signing Lille midfielder Nicolas Pepe for a fee of around £72 million. The Ivory Coast international has been a target for the Gunners all summer and is expected to complete his move to the Emirates Stadium soon. (Source: BBC Sport)