Arsenal weigh sales as Arteta seeks backing
Arsenal are tipped to move for a £55m midfield target viewed as a Rice-style addition as they plan to strengthen from a position of title-chasing power.
Opinion argues Arteta’s pragmatic, controlled approach prioritises clean sheets and consistency to win the title, with attacking flourish likely to follow once silverware unlocks belief.
Arsenal’s 2026-27 Adidas pre-match shirt reportedly leaks, featuring a bold blue, red and white wavy camouflage with white logos, due for summer 2026 release.
Comment piece claims Odegaard’s form is underwhelming this season and urges Arteta to replace him with an internal ‘future captain’ option.
Fan dream scenario imagines Arsenal winning the league while Spurs are relegated and a European derby, though Tottenham’s Champions League run already ended to Atletico Madrid.
Calls for Uefa to investigate ‘aggressive’ Lisbon police after Arsenal’s 1-0 win at Sporting. Videos show batons used on travelling fans, with Henry Winter and supporters demanding action.
Arsenal have made contact over PSG winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, but a deal would take around £157m. The 25-year-old has 13 goals and 8 assists this season and is contracted to 2029.
Arsenal may cash in on Gabriel Martinelli, though the winger, often used from the bench, wants to stay and prove his worth. A sale is possible if a suitable offer arrives.
Arsenal reportedly lead race for Bayern’s Leon Goretzka on a free in 2027 after talks. AC Milan, Juventus and Marseille also keen, but the Germany midfielder prefers England.
Ex-defender Khalid Boulahrouz warns PSV’s Ismael Saibari against Arsenal move, citing competition with Martin Ødegaard and others, suggesting Tottenham, Dortmund or mid-table Premier League instead.
Arsenal register interest in versatile Celta Vigo defender Oscar Mingueza, who can play both full-back roles and is out of contract in June. Liverpool and Juventus also monitoring.
Arteta seeks board backing in new deal talks as Arsenal plan summer sales. Offers to be heard for Martinelli, Jesus, Ben White, Lewis-Skelly and Nwaneri. Odegaard likely stays. Interest in Livramento, Tonali, Gordon.
Auston Trusty recalls Arteta blasting Arsenal despite a 5-0 MLS All-Stars win in 2023, saying it showed the elite standards and mindset demanded at the club.
Arteta says no agreement yet on a new Arsenal deal, meaning he could enter next season with only one year left if talks do not progress during the run-in.
After Italy’s World Cup qualifying failure, Riccardo Calafiori says playing regularly with Arsenal helps him move on and focus on the title race and Europe: ‘It is 100 per cent better now.’
Former Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere, now Luton head coach, prepares to lead his side in the Vertu Trophy final at Wembley, seeking first silverware of his managerial career.
Arsenal’s move for Julian Alvarez depends on either Kai Havertz or Viktor Gyokeres leaving. BBC say interest is firm, with Jesus expected to depart and funds possibly raised via other sales.
Arsenal face Bournemouth after a congested run, with Saka, Odegaard and Timber doubts, while Bournemouth arrive after a 21-day rest. Leaders must grind out a vital early kick-off win.
Arsenal could sell academy duo Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly, with a combined £100m minimum sought amid interest from Dortmund and Premier League clubs. Sales seen as pure profit.
