Arsenal signing expected as 'smart' Chelsea deal confirmed

Wednesday delivered plenty of big storylines as Arsenal outlined their big transfer plans for 2027.

Plus, Chelsea were told that they made a brilliant signing this summer and Man Utd received a major reality check. There's plenty to cover, so let's jump right in.

Arsenal want a striker

Arsenal are "expected" to sign a new striker next year, and Bournemouth starlet Eli Kroupi is one of their favoured options.

Chelsea's smart signing

Chelsea have been told that a "smart" summer signing has unlocked all of Joao Pedro's goalscoring potential.

Man Utd's academy decline

JJ Gabriel's desire to leave Man Utd should serve as a reality check that their academy is not what it used to be.

Chelsea's midfield targets

Chelsea are looking to make a major midfield signing next year, so who should they choose?

Matanovic race heats up

Man Utd and Tottenham are battling for SC Freiburg striker Igor Matanovic.

Gordon's surprise reunion

Barcelona star Anthony Gordon will be unexpectedly reunited with a familiar face in LaLiga this season.

Mbappe dilemma?

Can new France coach Zinedine Zidane help Real Madrid solve their Kylian Mbappe dilemma?

Man Utd's signings

How have Man Utd's summer signings fared so far?

Mourinho's fighting a losing battle

Jose Mourinho's "siege mentality" is no longer working at Real Madrid.

Branthwaite stance

Everton have set their stance on Jarrad Branthwaite amid fresh Man Utd interest.

Gibbs-White warning

Chelsea have been warned that they are not the only club keen on Nottingham Forest star Morgan Gibbs-White.

Ward's track record

Liverpool are expected to once again name Julian Ward their sporting director, so how did he fare the first time around?

Hojlund nightmare

Rasmus Hojlund is enduring a "nightmare" start to the season after joining Napoli permanently from Man Utd.

Endrick U-turn

Real Madrid are ready to change their stance on Endrick amid interest from Man Utd.