Joel Campbell dazzled Uruguay recently and inspired Costa Rica to a sensational 3-1 win with a performance that many felt would earn him a chance at the Emirates next season.

The Costa Rican has spent the last few campaigns on loan at various clubs across Europe due to some visa issues but those have apparently been resolved now.

Following his World Cup opener display, many believed the young forward would be part of Arsene Wenger’s forward line for next season.

As he is one of the stars of the World Cup so far, it is no surprise to see Alexis Sanchez, the Barcelona forward, linked with a whole host of clubs, 3 of which being in England.

It seems Barcelona are having a bit of a cleanout this summer and Sanchez is one of which who wishes to leave the club as he does not have the best relationship with Lionel Messi.

Over the last week, news has spread that ex Man City and current AC Milan striker Mario Balotelli is Arsenal’s main transfer target this summer.

Today there is an update, according to reports Balotelli will be offered £180,000 a week which will improve his current £150,000 a week contract at Milan.

With Mario’s sponsors being Puma, it seems that Arsenal’s new kit sponsors may help to push a move for the Italian.

It is understood that PSG centre forward Ezequiel Lavezzi is Arsenal’s top target for up front.

This is after receiving impressive feedback from chief scout Steve Rowley.

Media reports suggest that PSG will listen to offers of around £15 million however; they will have to beat off competition from Chelsea.

The fixture between the Premier League champions and FA Cup winners is a traditional curtain-raiser for the new season and takes place at Wembley.

Arsenal chief executive Ivan Gazidis has expressed his disappointed with the allocation the club have received for the Community Shield match against Manchester City on August 10 at 3pm.

The Gunners and City will both receive approximately 26,000 tickets with the price ranging between £20 and £45 for Arsenal fans.