Alex Iwobi is on the verge of signing a new long-term Arsenal deal, according to The Mirror. Iwobi has agreed terms on an improved contract following talks which have been ongoing since the end of last season. And Nigeria international Iwobi will commit his future to the Gunners despite interest from Lazio, AC Milan and Everton. The Sun had reported that Arsenal had put a £22.5m price tag on Iwobi amid interest from Lazio. Versatile winger Iwobi, 22, has seen his progress stall at Arsenal since breaking into the first team in 2015.

Source: Punch July 22, 2018 23:03 UTC