Transfer news: Arsenal close in on deals for Norgaard and Kepa

Meanwhile, Rangers have announced the signing of defender Max Aarons from Bournemouth on a season-long loan deal

Christian Norgaard could be added to the Arsenal ranks. File picture: Shaun Botterill/Getty Images

Arsenal have offered an up-front £9.3m for Brentford’s captain, Christian Nørgaard, as they attempt to secure a replacement for Thomas Partey and are poised to sign Kepa Arrizabalaga from Chelsea this week.

Arsenal’s bid for 31-year-old Nørgaard is at an advanced stage and a deal is expected to be agreed.