Arsenal weigh Williams move, Besiktas test Trossard resolve
World Cup rules bring 5-second restarts, 10-second subs, VAR on second yellows, bans on mouth-covering in confrontations, and curbs on ‘tactical timeouts’ often linked to Arsenal-style touchline huddles.
Adam Wharton named Declan Rice among the world’s top midfielders, alongside Vitinha and Jude Bellingham, praising the Arsenal vice-captain’s quality.
Arsenal track Julian Alvarez amid intense interest from Barcelona, PSG and Real Madrid. Agent Fernando Hidalgo said: ‘We have no information... no one has contacted us.’
Arsenal are confident of landing Nico Williams from Athletic Club. The winger is keen on a Premier League move, with an £87m release clause, and is seen as Arteta’s ‘dream’ left-sided starter.
Arsenal are monitoring Real Sociedad centre-back Jon Martín. La Real want £43m, with Aston Villa readying £21m. The 20-year-old helped win the Copa del Rey and would add depth amid injuries.
Arsenal legend Nigel Winterburn backs Noni Madueke’s England selection despite a miss vs Costa Rica, praising his dribbling and impact while expecting Bukayo Saka to start at the World Cup.
Juventus CEO says Kenan Yildiz is ‘untouchable’ and claims Mikel Arteta wants him at Arsenal, insisting they would reject €100m. The 20-year-old Turkey forward is valued around £115m.
Arsenal have asked Sporting about Ousmane Diomande, who has a €50m price tag. Leeds show strong interest, while Chelsea also track the World Cup-bound centre-back.
A look back at underappreciated 2010s midfielders: Ramsey’s FA Cup winners, Cazorla’s class, Wilshere’s moments, Ozil’s creativity, plus Xhaka, Elneny, Oxlade-Chamberlain and Ceballos.
Arsenal have contacted Barcelona over Dani Olmo, seen as a ‘perfect fit’. A £60m deal is reported possible, with Chelsea also interested. The Spain attacker produced 18 goal contributions last season.
Besiktas are preparing a €20m bid and €7m-€8m wages for Leandro Trossard. Arsenal must decide whether to cash in on the 31-year-old or keep his versatility in Arteta’s attack.
Caitlin Foord signs a new Arsenal deal, with reports of a two-year extension to keep the Australia forward at the club.
Jurrien Timber is ruled out of World Cup 2026 after a fresh injury setback. The Arsenal defender said he is ‘heartbroken’ and wished the Netherlands squad well.
Arsenal’s first summer addition is set off the pitch, with Arnaldo Abrantes to become head doctor in July. Target Morgan Rogers spoke on links, saying most speculation is ‘just noise’.
Add-ons for Viktor Gyokeres have been triggered: around £2.16m for appearance thresholds, £430k for 20+ goal contributions and £860k for Champions League qualification, totalling about £3.45m to Sporting.
Arsenal are progressing on a double move for two top young talents, billed as the new Saka and Saliba.
John Terry says Arsenal still need a clinical striker who can score 25-30 goals, citing past title sides with leading forwards like Henry, Rooney and Drogba.
Real Madrid have contacted Arsenal over Riccardo Calafiori, with Jose Mourinho keen. Arsenal value the left-back highly and are reluctant to sell, as the Italian is settled in London.
Ex-Arsenal academy winger Marcelo Flores switched from Mexico to Canada and made their World Cup squad, but an ACL rupture with Tigres ended his hopes of a rare two-host-nation appearance.
Opinion piece credits Stan and Josh Kroenke for backing Arteta, record spending and reconnecting with fans, culminating in Arsenal’s Premier League title and restored status.
Arsenal are reportedly preparing a €50m bid for Galatasaray’s Baris Alper Yilmaz after a 10-goal, 12-assist season. The Turkey winger can play both flanks and up front.
Arsenal are considering Marcus Rashford to upgrade the left flank after Barcelona declined a £26m option. Spurs, Villa, Real Madrid, Bayern and Chelsea also admire the Man Utd forward.
