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Eddie Nketiah scored his fifth goal of pre-season but was helpless to prevent Arsenal's 100% winning record coming to an end in a defeat to Brentford.

The 23-year-old has been in outstanding form since the arrival of Gabriel Jesus and struck again in the first half to cancel out Bryan Mbeumo's opener.

However, Ryan Trevitt restored the Bees' lead and Thomas Frank's side held on to win the behind-closed-doors friendly at Arsenal's training ground.

The Gunners conclude their pre-season fixtures against Sevilla at Emirates Stadium on Saturday (12:30 BST).

Nuno Tavares' loan move from Arsenal to Atalanta is in doubt after the Italian side refused the Gunners' request for a straight loan with an option to buy the left-back. (Michele Criscitiello, via football.london), external

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French side Lyon have suggested they are willing to listen to offers for 24-year-old Brazil midfielder Lucas Paqueta, who has been linked with Arsenal. (Metro), external

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Mikel Arteta has urged Arsenal fans not to get carried away despite hammering Chelsea 4-0 in their friendly at the weekend.

Gabriel Jesus, Martin Odegaard, Bukayo Saka and Sambi Lokonga got the goals as the Gunners swept aside their Premier League rivals.

"There are lots of positives to take from the game," Arteta told the club website, external. "The way we played, the intensity we showed, the way we were trying to show who we are as a team.

"But at the same time, it's just a test match. Don't get carried away. There are still a lot of things that we have to get better at and do better."

Arsenal have a final friendly against Sevilla before they open their Premier League campaign a week on Friday against Crystal Palace, and Arteta admits he is still trying to strengthen the squad.

"We have injuries and you can see we are a little bit short in some positions. But it is something we are trying to address."

Arsenal have confirmed their interest in Lyon midfielder Lucas Paqueta, 24, but are yet to make an approach for the Brazil international. (Times - subscription required), external

Meanwhile, the Gunners have rejected a £7m bid, with £3m in add-ons, from Fulham for goalkeeper Bernd Leno, who has already agreed personal terms with the west London club. (CBS Sports), external

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Oleksandr Zinchenko says joining Arsenal is "a boyhood dream come true" after revealing he started following the club because of former greats.

The 25-year-old joined the Gunners from Manchester City on Friday in a deal worth £30m.

"First of all I would like to say this is a boyhood dream come true, because I was a massive fan when I was a kid," Zinchenko said.

"Since Thierry Henry and young Cesc Fabregas was playing here, I was just enjoying watching those games, that Arsenal. And obviously I started to love this club, so I am so excited and I cannot wait to play for this amazing club."

Zinchenko has signed a long-term deal and will join forces with manager Mikel Arteta, who was previously a coach at Manchester City.

"I would say it’s the most important role in my decision because I’ve known him for a while, I used to work with him at Manchester City," Zinchenko added.

"Since the first day at City I knew that he’s going to be a very good manager. The way he can see football, especially I was watching the last season of Arsenal’s games and I was really enjoying it. You can see in the style, the picture of the game, so I would love to see it while playing and being involved."

Zinchenko, a winner of four Premier League titles at Manchester City, has operated as a left-back and midfielder during his career. He refused to give detail on where he has been told he will play at Arsenal.

Asked where he likes to play, he said: "Wherever the manager is going to see me on the pitches. It’s the simple answer but it’s true, even if the manager tells me one day I need to be goalkeeper, I will be there."

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says new signing Oleksandr Zinchenko provides the Gunners with "versatility" and "great human qualities."

The Ukraine international has finalised his move to Arsenal from Manchester City for a deal worth £30m.

“We’re so happy Alex has joined us," Arteta said. "He’s a player that I personally know really well and continued to follow him after my time at Manchester City. Alex is a high quality player who will give us options and versatility.

"It's not only about the positions he can play but as well, the versatility he will give us in attack and defence. Alex is a person with great human qualities and character, and I’m delighted that everyone has made this huge effort to bring Alex to the club.”

Arsenal right-back Ryan Alebiosu has joined Kilmarnock on loan, with manager Derek McInnes saying the 20-year-old will add much-needed "speed" to his squad.

Alebiosu, who has been with the Premier League club since the age of eight, ended last season on loan to Crewe Alexandra.

Having made six starts in League One, he heads for a season in Scotland's top flight.

"He covers the ground well, good stride and good speed about him," McInnes told his club website.

"What he lacks in experience in terms of game time, he makes up for with endeavour, running power and athleticism."

McInnes expects Alebiosu, who can play right-back, wing-back or on the right side of a three-man central defence, to immediately challenge for a starting place with the side promoted back to the Scottish Premiership.

Alebiosu admitted that he is "not familiar" with the Scottish league but expects it to be "very tough".

"It is a wonderful opportunity to show what I can do in this division as well as show my home club what I can do," he added.

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Arsenal made it three pre-season wins from three with a comfortable 3-1 victory over Orlando City.

Gabriel Martinelli opened the scoring inside five minutes when his deflected shot from inside the box beat goalkeeper Pedro Gallese.

The MLS side equalised before half-time through Facundo Torres.

Gabriel Jesus was one of five changes made by Mikel Arteta at the break and the Brazilian once again impressed for his new club.

It was after his hard work that the ball fell to Eddie Nketiah to score Arsenal's second, before Reiss Nelson added a third not long after coming off the bench.

The Gunners take on Chelsea on Saturday in their final pre-season game in the United States, before returning to London for a game against Seville at Emirates Stadium on 30 July.

We asked you what you think of Oleksandr Zinchenko signing for Arsenal and whether the midfielder will suit the Gunners' style of play.

Here are some of your thoughts:

Ian: He's a quality player and strong human. He has the skills and mentality to make us a better and stronger team. He can also challenge Kieran Tierney and Xhaka. He's just what we need!

Paul: Zinchenko will definitely be an asset to us. He has a winning mentality, he has captained his national team and leads by example! A left-footed player that can cover Kieran Tierney. He is also comfortable in the middle of the park which will need covering! I hope this signing will lead to another quality midfield signing!

Tom: Skill, flair and effort without character are almost meaningless. Now in Zinchenko, Gabriel and Saliba we have really good people as well as good footballers. Things are looking up for Arsenal.

Micky: We have done some very intelligent transfer business so far. Years gone by, Arsenal were synonymous with getting their business done at the last minute, and usually paying a fortune for a player that we didn't really 'want' but was the best we could do. Under Arteta, we seem so much more organised when it comes to transfers. Long may it continue.

Geoff: I've been impressed with what I've seen of him. I didn't realise he'd been at City so long. I personally think he will be a great signing for Arsenal. It seems he was down the list at City as I'd never heard of him until recently. There's probably more chance of games at Arsenal. Good luck to the lad!

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Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has praised the effort Oleksandr Zinchenko has always shown for his team, as the Ukraine international closes in on a move to Arsenal.

Zinchenko is set to join the Gunners, who like City are on a pre-season tour in the United States, with the formalities of the transfer expected to be completed shortly.

A £30m deal has been agreed for the versatile 25-year-old, who can operate at left-back and in midfield.

Speaking as City prepare for a pre-season friendly against Club America in Texas, Guardiola said Zinchenko would depart with the club's best wishes for the next chapter in his career, as he reunites with his former team-mate Gabriel Jesus in north London.

"On behalf of the club, [I would like to express] gratitude for the effort, how they behave on and off the pitch. It was nice with Alex yesterday, because we could say goodbye properly," said Guardiola.

"Unfortunately, with Raheem [Sterling] and Gabriel we could not do it because it was the summertime, but yesterday we could say goodbye to him and [he can] move on to Arsenal."

Zinchenko will work again with Gunners manager Mikel Arteta, who was previously assistant to Guardiola at Etihad Stadium.

Arsenal are in Florida, where they play Orlando City on Thursday, before facing Premier League rivals Chelsea on Saturday.

Arteta said: "We are in the market to keep improving the squad, but there are so many parties involved and sometimes things don't happen as quickly as you want."

Arsenal have been offered the chance to sign Borussia Dortmund defender Manuel Akanji, though the 27-year-old Switzerland international would prefer to join Manchester United this summer. (Express), external

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Oleksandr Zinchenko has agreed personal terms with Arsenal and is expected to complete his move to the Gunners from Manchester City.

The 25-year-old was on tour with City in the US but has travelled to Orlando where Arsenal are currently based during their pre-season.

The two clubs had previously agreed a £30m fee for the transfer, which included £2m in add-ons.

Zinchenko joined City in 2016 and has operated largely at left-back, winning four league titles, an FA Cup and four League Cups during his time at Etihad Stadium.

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Oleksandr Zinchenko's time at Manchester City will be criminally underrated. He won't grab the headlines like Kevin de Bruyne, Phil Foden or Jack Grealish, but he will turn up for the big games.

Two of them in particular...

Against Aston Villa on the final day of the Premier League season, his performance started before he even came on the pitch. As City went 1-0 down, he was straight up looking at the fans and throwing his arms up to encourage them to stay behind the team. At half-time, it was his time. He grabbed an assist for the second, but there was just a feeling that the left was much stronger when he was there.

I also remember him coming on against Paris St-Germain in the Champions League. Within about five minutes, he'd skilfully tackled the equally skilful Neymar, before making decent runs down the left-hand side.

He filled in at left-back when nobody would, as Joao Cancelo advanced the role with some exceptional performances. Sadly, he rarely got a chance to play in his more natural left midfield role. But do not let that detract from anything - he was solid.

Arsenal will be getting a good player there. They also have an incredible human being. Over recent months during the war in Ukraine, he's made sure attention is being drawn to the ongoing crisis and supporting where he can. He even told the BBC he wanted to go over and fight.

Instead, he did what he could, including bringing a refugee, Andriy Kravchuk, to train with Manchester City. After winning the Premier League this season, he draped the trophy in the Ukrainian flag. You could tell what that meant to him.

What do you think, Gunners fans? Does Zinchenko fit the Arsenal system? Will he be a success? Let us know your thoughts here

Arsenal's hopes of signing Brazil midfielder Lucas Paqueta, 24, have been given a boost, with Lyon dropping their asking price. (Media Foot - in French), external

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Arsenal said "on-pitch performance has never looked so good" as they unveiled their new black and gold away kit for the upcoming season.

The Gunners haven't had an all-black away kit since the 2017-18 campaign.

The shirt is expected to get its first outing against Orlando City on Wednesday.

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Arsenal have included USA-based supporter Aston Mack in part of the launch for their new away kit.

Mack came to prominence during the Black Lives Matter protests in the wake of George Floyd’s death, as he was pictured wearing an Arsenal shirt with Aubameyang on the back.

This pre-season, Arsenal are touring the United States and Mack was invited to be part of the kit launch and to meet the players.

Mack, who became a fan during Arsene Wenger’s reign as manager, said watching some of Arsenal’s black icons made him feel welcome and is the reason he started supporting the club.

He said: "I could not like another club. Then, on top of that, all I had to do was look and you've got Patrick Vieira, Thierry Henry, 'Rocky' Rocastle, Ian Wright.

"These are legends of the club, they look like me and we were accepted. No words, no negativity - it's just they were accepted and it was huge.

"At the time, I didn't realise how much I needed to hear someone like Arsene Wenger not care about what somebody looked like. He just cared about the man you are on the inside, and that's something that has always resonated with me."