Dan Critchlow Archives: 08/2026

Galatasaray have joined the race for Arsenal winger Gabriel Martinelli, with one report suggesting the Turkish club have already made a €40m bid.

Gabriel Jesus has approved a potential move to Napoli, and the Serie A club are holding talks with Arsenal over a potential deal.

West Ham United are interested in signing Reiss Nelson, but the conditions of their proposed offer won’t be particularly appealing to Arsenal.

Arsenal have confirmed their fixture lists for the Premier League 2 and u18 Premier League, adding some key dates to the academy diary.

Mikel Arteta has hinted that Bruno Guimaraes has already joined David Raya and Bukayo Saka in training, but Jurrien Timber and William Saliba are weeks away.

Gabriel Martinelli’s late equaliser was incorrectly disallowed in Arsenal’s Emirates Cup match against Borussia Dortmund on Sunday, based on analysis of fan footage.

Arsenal haven’t given up on signing Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa this summer, despite a large initial valuation gap between the two clubs.

Las Palmas are working on a loan move for young Arsenal goalkeeper Tommy Setford, according to a report.

RB Leipzig have joined the race for Ethan Nwaneri this summer, showing an interest in the Arsenal teenager.

Arsenal could turn to Julian Alvarez after Vinicius Junior’s decision to stay at Real Madrid, according to a report.

Napoli are interested in signing Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal this summer, but the Gunners are ready to set a firm stance over the terms of such a deal.

Arsenal are reportedly interested in Cristian Romero, but Tottenham Hotspur are totally against selling to their local rivals.

Arsenal are set to announce Bruno Guimaraes’ signing on Friday, with new Newcastle United boss Matthias Jaissle effectively confirming it already.

Arsenal’s pursuit of Vinicius Junior is at an end, with Real Madrid announcing a new long-term contract for the winger.

FC Barcelona have joined the race to sign Manchester City midfielder Rodri, with Real Madrid failing to reach a deal for the 30-year-old.

Mikel Arteta has praised Christian Norgaard’s contribution to Arsenal, despite the midfielder only spending a year with the Gunners in the end.

Hector Bellerin was gracious in victory after Real Betis’ friendly win over Arsenal on Wednesday night, admitting he’s been counting down the days to this game.

Mikel Arteta has suggested that he and his Arsenal players are very unhappy at their performance against Real Betis, even if it was only a friendly.

Mikel Arteta has provided a worrying update on Arsenal youngster Louie Copley, with the player seemingly suffering a knee injury against Real Betis.

Arsenal have confirmed recent reports that they’re extending their partnership with Emirates, with the deal lasting a year longer than previously claimed.