Arsenal push for Morgan Rogers as Saka declared ready
Real Madrid inquire about Arsenal centre‑back Piero Hincapié as they seek a defender this summer.
French outlets say William Saliba showed he is over his back issue, impressing in France’s 3-0 win vs Iraq with dominant duels and aerial control, though one lapse noted. Boost for Mikel Arteta.
Report says Real Madrid tried for Riccardo Calafiori but Arsenal declared him untouchable, tied to 2029 after key title‑winning season. Future exit not expected soon, with any rethink mooted for 2027.
Midtjylland chief Kristian Kjaer confirms Arsenal are monitoring 22-year-old Chile winger Dario Osorio, an Alexis Sanchez‑style wide option. Gunners assessing wide recruits, but no bid yet.
Tuchel says Bukayo Saka is pain‑free and ‘ready to go’ v Ghana after an Achilles issue, but selection is open. He hails Declan Rice as among the world’s best midfielders.
Bournemouth eye Leandro Trossard as Arsenal weigh sales. With one year left and no renewal, a bid could prompt a move. Versatile forward offers Premier League experience amid interest at home and abroad.
Champions Arsenal host promoted Coventry on the Friday‑night opener as Mikel Arteta faces Frank Lampard. Viktor Gyokeres meets his former club. Arsenal finish the season at home to Brighton.
Arsenal’s 2025/26 UCL run: perfect league phase, KO wins over Leverkusen, Sporting and Atletico, then a 1-1 final with PSG lost 4-3 on penalties after Havertz scored and Gabriel missed.
Jamie Carragher insists Thomas Tuchel must start Arsenal’s Declan Rice v Ghana, calling any rest unnecessary unless injury forces it.
Arsenal target Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers as top signing. The England forward, 23, could cost up to £100m. Villa resist, with Chelsea also keen, but Arsenal plan talks and are confident. Jeremy Monga close.
Reports play down Arsenal’s interest in Roma midfielder Manu Kone as Tottenham prepare talks over a £40m deal, with Roberto De Zerbi an admirer and Spurs reshaping midfield options.
Per Mertesacker hails Tottenham prospect Luka Vuskovic as a ‘real rising star’ after his HSV loan and World Cup showings. Brighton push to sign him but Spurs hold firm on valuation.
Arsenal and Liverpool miss out on 16‑year‑old Eirik Granaas as Porto seal a €1.8m deal plus add‑ons from Fredrikstad.
Julian Alvarez tells suitors ‘Thanks, but I want to go to Barcelona’, rejecting Arsenal and PSG as he seeks to leave Atletico Madrid. Barca plan a new bid amid a tense, difficult negotiation.
Gabriel Martinelli praises ex‑Arsenal teammate Kieran Tierney after Celtic’s title win, but hopes the Scot has an off day when Scotland face Brazil at the World Cup.
Arsenal track Porto winger William Gomes, who has eight league goals and a €80m clause. Porto would sell for €45m but prefer he stays another season. Man United, Newcastle, Atletico, Juve and Roma also keen.
Fabrizio Romano says Arsenal admire Kenan Yildiz but Juventus consider him key after a new deal, so a transfer is unrealistic. Arsenal are turning to alternatives like Morgan Rogers and Bradley Barcola.
Rio Ferdinand names ex‑Arsenal striker Folarin Balogun in his World Cup best XI after a brace for USA. A Monaco sale near £43.5m could net Arsenal 12.5% via sell‑on, around £5m.
Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson says he models his game on ‘unbelievable’ Declan Rice. With Arsenal linked, his admiration and England partnership could influence any transfer decision.
