Football gossip: Martinelli, Zubimendi, Wan-Bissaka, Ouattara, Palhinha, Dedic, Willock

Transfer Buzz: Arsenal Faces Offers for Martinelli and Zubimendi, Villa Eyes Wan-Bissaka

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Arsenal finds itself at the center of transfer activity as Galatasaray has made a €45 million (£38.4 million) offer for Gabriel Martinelli. The 25-year-old Brazilian forward is attracting significant interest, with Arsenal considering the bid from the Turkish club.

Additionally, Martin Zubimendi, a 27-year-old Spain midfielder, is also on the move as Arsenal is open to selling him for at least £77 million, with Chelsea emerging as a strong contender.

In other news, Aston Villa has initiated talks with West Ham regarding the acquisition of Aaron Wan-Bissaka, the 28-year-old right-back, who is valued at £25 million.

Meanwhile, Ipswich is set to finalize the signing of Abdoul Ouattara, a 20-year-old Ivorian right-back and midfielder, from Strasbourg.

Aston Villa is also in discussions with Bayern Munich for a loan deal for Joao Palhinha, a 31-year-old Portugal midfielder, although the German club prefers a permanent transfer.

Newcastle is actively pursuing Amar Dedic, a 23-year-old right-back from Benfica, with a value around £25 million.

Hull City remains optimistic about securing Mert Komur, a 21-year-old midfielder, despite a £10.2 million bid being rejected by Augsburg.

Lastly, Joe Willock, a 26-year-old midfielder for Newcastle, is considering a move to Besiktas, with a potential deal around €20 million (£17 million).

As the transfer window heats up, Brighton is also eyeing Carlos Baleba, a 22-year-old Cameroon midfielder, to replace Bruno Guimaraes and Sandro Tonali.

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