Viktor Gyokeres could hardly have asked for a more intriguing opportunity to force his way back to the front of Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal striker hierarchy. Kai Havertz started ahead of the Sweden international against Manchester City in Sunday’s Community Shield and responded by scoring in a convincing 3-0 victory. ReadArsenal has already looked at the […]
Arsenal face a race to complete Ezri Konsa’s move from Aston Villa in time for the England defender to be available for Friday night’s Premier League opener against Coventry City. Konsa is expected to undergo his Arsenal medical on Thursday after the clubs reached an agreement worth around £50million plus add-ons. ReadArsenal reported on Wednesday […]
Arsenal expect Mikel Arteta’s contract situation to be resolved imminently after chief executive Richard Garlick delivered a significant update on the manager’s future. Arteta has entered the final 12 months of his current agreement after leading Arsenal to their first Premier League title in 22 years last season. No new contract has yet been formally […]
Arsenal’s Premier League opener against Coventry City has taken a significant turn after Frank Lampard confirmed Haji Wright could miss up to 12 weeks with a serious quadriceps injury. Wright will definitely miss Friday night’s trip to the Emirates after suffering the problem during pre-season. The USA international scored 17 Championship goals last season as […]
Arsenal have made a significant Ethan Nwaneri transfer decision by prioritising loan offers for the 19-year-old rather than allowing him to leave permanently. Nwaneri has attracted interest from clubs in England and across Europe after struggling for regular first-team football under Mikel Arteta. Arsenal now accept another temporary move could be best for his development, […]
Arsenal have every right to decide Gabriel Martinelli is no longer good enough for where Mikel Arteta wants to take them. The more uncomfortable question is how they handle that decision. James McNicholas reports that Arsenal are hoping to sell Martinelli and have welcomed offers for the Brazilian, despite the 25-year-old not being directly informed […]
Arsenal have agreed a deal to sign Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa for £50million plus add-ons, with the England international now set to undergo his medical. Fabrizio Romano reports that a long-term contract has been agreed with the 28-year-old, who is expected to complete medical checks within the next 48 hours before signing for Mikel […]
Arsenal are closing in on Ezri Konsa after making a significant breakthrough in talks with Aston Villa over the England international. Mikel Arteta has been searching for another defender following injuries to William Saliba and Jurriën Timber, with Konsa identified as one of Arsenal’s leading options. Talks have now advanced after dialogue at ownership level […]
This story was updated on 17 September 2026 with the latest position on Declan Rice’s fitness ahead of Arsenal’s Premier League opener against Coventry City. Mikel Arteta has not confirmed his starting midfield, but the picture around Rice’s workload is now clearer. Updated introduction: Rice selection decision for Coventry opener Arsenal go into their Premier […]
Arsenal’s attempt to resolve Gabriel Jesus’ future has hit another complication despite Napoli finally completing the departure that was expected to unlock their move for the Brazilian. Romelu Lukaku has already left Napoli for Fenerbahce, but the Serie A club are still not ready to move concretely for Jesus. Gianluca Di Marzio reports that Napoli […]
Arsenal target Igor Tyjon has reportedly taken a significant step towards forcing through his move from Blackburn Rovers after the Gunners saw several bids rejected for the teenage striker. The 18-year-old has declined to sign a professional contract at Ewood Park and Arsenal have continued pursuing him following a year-long interest. Tyjon has now reportedly […]
Arsenal’s hopes of signing Julián Álvarez have received an unexpected new twist after Diego Simeone decided not to start the Atlético Madrid forward during an escalating dispute over his future. The Argentina international will not start Atlético’s La Liga opener against Málaga after returning to the club with his future unresolved. It represents a significant […]
