Arsenal closing in on Petr Cech.

Arsenal will push to complete an £11million swoop for Petr Cech by the end of next week.

And in a further boost, Theo Walcott looks likely to commit his long-term future to the club following positive talks over a new deal.

But it is the potential capture of goalkeeper Cech that will excite Gunners supporters. 

Arsene Wenger is growing increasingly confident of concluding a deal to sign the Czech Republic shot-stopper this summer.

Arsenal have already made a formal enquiry to Chelsea about a move for Cech, but talks will accelerate next week.

The Gunners have remained sceptical over Chelsea's willingness to sell the four-time Premier League winner to them given their rivalry. 

But Arsenal have received encouragement that the Blues will allow, albeit reluctantly, Cech to move across London.

Next week's discussions will centre around finalising a transfer fee. Chelsea are demanding a minimum of £10million for Cech.

And, if expected, that issue is resolved then the goalkeeper should complete a move to the Emirates Stadium.

Paris Saint-Germain have also made a formal enquiry for the 33-year-old, but Cech's preference is to join the Gunners so not to uproot his family who are settled in London.

Source:Dailymail.