Arsenal transfer news and rumours: Liverpool want Theo Walcott after holding Arsene Wenger talks?

PLUS: A deal for Sporting Lisbon's Islam Slimani appears to have broken down, while Wojciech Szczesny's future appears to be getting clearer

Walcott's time at Arsenal could be up this summer

Liverpool are hoping to land Arsenal winger Theo Walcott, according to The Sun.
Walcott is believed to have held talks with Gunners boss Arsene Wenger at the end of the season over his future at the club.
It is reported that Walcott could be looking for a fresh start in football and Jurgen Klopp is keen to offer him an opportunity to have that at Liverpool.
Klopp is allegedly in the market for a quick attacker and Walcott fits the bill.

Slimani bid turned down?

Slimani is reportedly wanted by Premier League clubs

Arsenal have had a bid rejected for Sporting Lisbon star Islam Slimani, according to Noticias ao Minuto.

It is claimed that both the Gunners and Arsenal have had approaches turned down for the Algerian with the Portuguese giants holding out for his release clause.

Reports claim that Arsenal and Liverpool will have to stump up £24million in order to secure the highly-rated forward.

Slimani netted 30 times last season for his club and a further three times for his country.

Roma closing in on Szczesny deal

Szczesny could be back at Roma for next season

Roma are closing in on securing Wojciech Szczesny on loan for another season, according to the Daily Mail.

The Polish goalkeeper had a solid season in Serie A last campaign and Roma are keen on keeping him between the sticks.

It was originally believed that Roma would not pay all of Szczesny's wages to keep him but they now appear prepared to do so.

Roma would also have the option to buy the 26-year-old at the end of the deal.