Friday's Arsenal transfer talk news roundup: Ryan Fraser, Thomas Partey, David Luiz

The buildup to the summer transfer window has now begun, with rumours and speculation continuing to swirl as Arsenal eye possible reinforcements.

The Gunners spent more than many expected during the summer - most notably their club-record purchase of Nicolas Pepe - but were more reserved in January as they focused on bolstering their defensive options.

Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest news on possible comings and goings at the Emirates Stadium.

Friday morning's headlines:

David Luiz wants two-year Arsenal deal?
David Luiz allegedly wants to be handed a two-year contract to remain at Arsenal, rather than just the 12-month option which is included in his current deal. Read more.

Arsenal cool interest in Bournemouth winger Ryan Fraser?
Arsenal allegedly end their interest in signing Bournemouth winger Ryan Fraser on a free transfer later in 2020. Read more.

Valencia remain keen on Real Madrid midfielder Dani Ceballos?
Valencia reportedly remain keen to secure a deal for Real Madrid midfielder Dani Ceballos, currently on loan at Arsenal, during the next transfer window. Read more.

Mikel Arteta hints at David Luiz's Arsenal exit
The club only have until Tuesday to extend the defender's one-year deal Read more.

Agent: 'David Luiz's Arsenal future to be resolved this week'
Agent Kia Joorabchian says that Arsenal will 'resolve several issues' before the end of the week, including the uncertainty over David Luiz's future. Read more.

Manchester United 'join Arsenal in battle for Roma attacker Cengiz Under'
Roma winger Cengiz Under is on the radar of Premier League pair Manchester United and Arsenal ahead of the summer transfer window, according to a report. Read more.

Arsenal target Thomas Partey being pushed out of Atletico Madrid?
Spanish football expert Guillem Balague claims that Atletico Madrid have accepted Arsenal target Thomas Partey will be playing in the Premier League next term. Read more.

Mikel Arteta: 'We will try to improve squad this summer'
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta is confident that the Gunners will be able to improve their squad during this summer's transfer window. Read more.

Everton beat Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur to Ryan Fraser?
Everton are reportedly set to win the race for Bournemouth attacker Ryan Fraser ahead of Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur. Read more.