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Arsenal drop interest in Chelsea star Fran Kirby & eye move for Barcelona's Mariona Caldentey as Gunners seek Vivianne Miedema replacement

The north London club announced on Monday that they <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/vivianne-miedema-leaving-arsenal-gunners-125-goal-forward-depart-summer-bombshell-announcement/bltbeaaa5cb534a356f" target="_blank">will not be renewing Vivianne Miedema's contract</a> when it expires this summer, thus ending her seven-year stay. Instead, the Gunners have been sounding out potential replacements for the 27-year-old, including Kirby, but reports say they will not pursue the England international. However, Barca star Caldentey is of interest to Jonas Eidevall.

WHAT HAPPENED?

According to <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cnkee89qwp9o" target="_blank">BBC Sport</a>, contract talks between the Spanish champions and Caldentey have stalled and she may be available on a free transfer if the matter is not resolved. The 28-year-old will likely pause any negotiations until after the Champions League final against Lyon on 25 May. As for Kirby, BBC Sport state that initial talks were held with her representatives, with the Chelsea forward leaving on a free transfer in June, but the north Londoners decided against taking their interest further.

WHAT THE REPORT SAID

The 28-year-old would be a great addition to Arsenal and the Women's Super League if she did decide to make the switch. Caldentey is a World Cup winner with Spain and an experienced player. It may be a significant step for the Gunners as they look to close the gap between Chelsea and Manchester City.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

With the campaign almost over and the WSL title out of reach, Arsenal have already turned their attention to the summer and clearly mean business. Their pursuit of some of the game's top names shows their intent to establish their dominance with the feeling that a new era is dawning as Emma Hayes prepares to depart as Chelsea's head coach.

WHAT NEXT FOR ARSENAL?

Arsenal hold talks with Chelsea star Fran Kirby and target Barcelona star Mariona Caldentey as Gunners seek Vivianne Miedema replacement | Goal.com India

Arsenal have ended their interest in Chelsea&apos;s Fran Kirby after holding initial talks and have set their sights on Barcelona&apos;s Mariona Caldentey.