Arsenal transfer news LIVE: Declan Rice BATTLE, Mikel Arteta is keen to take Gunners to ‘next level’, Patino exit

ARSENAL boss Mikel Arteta is prepared to spend big in the summer to take the Gunners to the ‘next level’.

The Spaniard said: “To go to the next level is going to be a crucial summer for us. That is for sure.”

Meanwhile, Arsenal have reportedly prepared their opening proposal for West Ham star Declan Rice – but the move could be “hijacked” by Prem rivals.

Elsewhere, youngster Charlie Patino is reportedly keen to leave the Emirates on a permanent deal this summer.

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