Dan Critchlow Archives: 08/2024

Arsenal are expected to return to Real Sociedad with a new offer for Mikel Merino in the coming days, though a deal may not be done imminently.

Arsenal made a minor approach for Victor Osimhen a few weeks ago, but Chelsea and PSG are the frontrunners for the Napoli signing.

Shrewsbury Town are interested in signing Charles Sagoe Jr. on loan this summer, and the player would sign a new Arsenal deal before leaving.

Bournemouth look unlikely to sign Eddie Nketiah from Arsenal after agreeing a deal with FC Porto for Evanilson.

Billy Vigar has made his debut for new club Hastings United following his move from Arsenal as a free agent this summer.

Arsenal have lined up Joan Garcia as a potential replacement for Aaron Ramsdale, should the goalkeeper leave the club this summer.

Arsenal are stepping up their pursuit of Mikel Merino, with formal transfer talks now ongoing and Edu Gaspar travelling to Spain to work on the deal.

Semi-automated offside technology is expected to be introduced in the Premier League in October, but there will be some rule changes in action from this weekend.

Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber is back in training with the team after his recent injury absence, with days remaining until the new season kicks off.

Former Arsenal goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny is set to be available as a free agent following the termination of his contract by Juventus.

Brooke Norton-Cuffy has left Arsenal to hold a medical with his potential new club Genoa on Wednesday morning, according to a report.

Arsenal loanee Marquinhos has been out of action for Fluminense through injury, though he should be back available imminently.

Arsenal’s Martin Odegaard has been nominated for the PFA Players’ Player of the Year award, following Bukayo Saka’s Young Player nomination.

Former Arsenal midfielder Kelechi Nwakali is finally set to play his football in England, joining League One club Barnsley.

Former Arsenal trialist Mason Cotcher has signed for Aston Villa, joining up with their academy after leaving Sunderland.

Martin Zubimendi’s decision to stay at Real Sociedad may have given Arsenal a boost in their pursuit of Mikel Merino, according to a report.

Jarred Gillett is set to referee Arsenal’s opening Premier League fixture against Wolves on Saturday, with Paul Tierney on VAR duties.

Victor Osimhen has told Napoli he wants to leave the club this summer, though Arsenal don’t currently appear to be a serious contender for his signature.

Arsenal and Mikel Arteta provided updates on three of their injured stars over the weekend, as their pre-season schedule came to an end.

James Hillson has signed for Southend United following his departure from Arsenal, ending a five-year spell in north London.