Arsenal chase Alvarez as Trossard nears Besiktas exit
England update: Arsenal’s Declan Rice had illness but should be fine to face Argentina. Jordan Henderson a major doubt with a wrist injury; Jarell Quansah suspended.
Reflective piece on Arsenal’s 2025-26 Premier League title, recounting near misses, celebrations at the Emirates and optimism for defending the crown in 2026-27.
Opinion dismisses a return for Dinos Mavropanos, arguing the ex-Arsenal defender is not at the required level after West Ham’s relegation and should not be re-signed.
Arsenal set to sign 18-year-old defender Elijah Upson from Tottenham despite interest from top clubs. Versatile centre-back can cover right-back or wing-back.
Arsenal agree €20m (£17m) deal with Besiktas for Leandro Trossard pending his approval. Belgian to sign to 2029 if agreed. The sale would aid the pursuits of Alvarez, Barcola and Rogers.
Arsenal push to sign Atletico’s Julian Alvarez before pre-season. £10m valuation gap remains, with Arsenal at £90m and Atletico seeking £100m+. Alternatives include Bradley Barcola and Morgan Rogers.
Roma and Juventus enquire for Gabriel Martinelli. Arsenal quote around €45-50m. Any sale could fund moves for Bradley Barcola or Julian Alvarez.
Arsenal plan a bid for Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers and are also pursuing a £100m-rated striker, described as Arteta’s top target.
Real Madrid schedule talks with Vinicius Junior over a new deal. Arsenal monitor as they seek a left winger, but Madrid remain confident of renewing.
