Which players should Arsenal definitely not sign this summer?

Which players should Arsenal definitely not sign this summer?

By Jonny Bray
The summer transfer window is just around the corner, and Arsenal have been linked with several players.
Stars such as Gabriel Jesus, Christopher Nkunku and Rúben Neves would all bring something to Mikel Arteta's side. 
However, the Gunners have been linked with some players who would probably prove to be a waste of money. 
So, with the season drawing to a close, let's take a look at which players Arsenal should definitely not sign this summer. 

Marcus Rashford

You would have to be a fool not to have at least a little bit of love for Marcus Rashford after his selfless behaviour during the Covid-19 pandemic, but he has been pretty appalling this season on the pitch. 
The England international is on course for his worst return in the league since making his debut back in the 2015/16 season, having found the back of the net just four times in 25 appearances. 
He has struggled to recover from injuries and has not looked himself since long before Euro 2020. 
He would undoubtedly be a popular player at the Emirates, but he would not be worth the money or the trouble. 

Alexander Isak

Last summer, the papers were full of rumours linking Swedish striker Alexander Isak with a move to Arsenal. 
But after his disappointing displays for Real Sociedad, it looks as if the Gunners might have dodged a bullet. 
Isak scored 17 goals and recorded two assists during a breakout campaign for the Spanish side last year, but this season he has struggled. 
During the 2021/22 season he has scored five goals and added another two assists, but that shouldn't be enough to secure a move to the Emirates. 

Paul Pogba

Paul Pogba has been linked with a £40 million move to Arsenal this summer after another underwhelming season at Old Trafford.
But Arsenal should stay well away from the Frenchman.
The midfielder is unpredictable and prone to public outbursts that can cause tension in the dressing room. 
Why would Arsenal bring in a player with that profile when they have only just shaken off the 'Banter Club FC' label? 
There are so many exciting young midfielders available at the moment, and if Arteta has any sense, he will go after one of them rather than risking it all for an unreliable 29-year-old. 

Conor Gallagher

Speak to any Crystal Palace fan. Conor Gallagher has not been their best player this season. 
The midfielder has impressed in south London, but pundits are beginning to overrate the 22-year-old. 
He has been linked with a shock move to the Emirates for several months but signing him would be a mistake. 
Firstly, he would command a massive transfer fee after his season at Selhurst Park. 
He has no experience playing regularly in a top-half side and has been shown to have a limited passing range during his time at Palace. 
Gallagher could be a good signing in a few years' time and would have been a good signing last summer. 
But now his price is too high, and it feels as if a move to north London could end in disaster. 
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