2pm deadline day news: Sky give update on Arsenal’s Partey move, Everton player about to leave

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We bring the latest transfer news from Arsenal, Everton, Southampton and Fulham.

Partey hope?

Arsenal still have hope in the race to sign Thomas Partey from Atletico Madrid, Sky say.

Arsenal have been tracking Partey for much of the summer so far, but hope of a potential move appeared to be extinguished heading into deadline day.

However, Sky insist that Arsenal still have a chance of landing the powerful midfielder.

Lucas Torreira and Matteo Guendouzi are set to leave Arsenal, and that will allow Mikel Arteta the space in his squad to bring Partey in.

Sky do say that the transfer will cost the Gunners £45 million, though.

Walcott on the way

Theo Walcott’s move away from Everton is now close to completion, with Southampton hoping to tie the transfer up soon, Sky say.

Southampton will only have to pay half of Walcott’s wages, with Everton simply keen to get the forward off their books.

Anderson on his way to London

Fulham are set to complete the signing of Joachim Andersen from Lyon, Gianluca Di Marzio’s claims.

Andersen is now travelling to England and will undergo a medical, before signing for Scott Parker’s side.

Fulham’s defence has looked very shaky in the early weeks of the season, and Andersen should help them tighten up.