EXCL: Havertz to Arsenal announcement CLOSE, new bids for Rice and Timber, more Chelsea exits likely, plus HUGE Newcastle deal now advanced, and more

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Havertz to Arsenal announcement close - bids for Rice and Timber next

Arsenal have completed their first signing of the summer - Kai Havertz will join from Chelsea for a £65m fee. An official announcement from the clubs is very close, it’s just about signing documents and completing medicals. It’s too early to mention tactical plans but I can say that Mikel Arteta believes Havertz has incredible potential, he can perform at a high level in Arsenal’s system. He’s big fan of the player - his work rate and intelligence make him a great fit for this Arsenal set-up. All in all, I think this is a very good deal for all parties involved.