Arsenal news: Transfer talks for £35m star opened as key man tipped for new role

Arsenal's title defence is going swimmingly as they prepare to return to Premier League action. The Gunners bounced back superbly from the shock Carabao Cup loss at League Two Fleetwood by securing the club's first victory at Liverpool since 2012. Following the midweek trip to Slavia Prague in the Champions League , Mikel Arteta's side are preparing to host surprise package Hull City on Saturday. The Tigers started the season by stunning Manchester United and are solidly in mid-table after a run of draws.