Dan Critchlow Archives: 07/2026

Former Gunner Santi Cazorla is retiring from professional football, announcing the decision on social media on Thursday morning.

Declan Rice has admitted he’s hoping not to be playing at right-back against Mexico, despite being willing to do so late in England’s win over D.R. Congo.

Daniel McCarron’s former club Dungannon Swifts have confirmed he’s officially completed his move to Arsenal, as part of the club’s 2026/27 scholarship intake.

Arsenal are expected to step up interest in Bradley Barcola this week, and they sent scouts to watch the winger’s impressive display for France against Sweden on Tuesday.

Arsenal have made enquiries over Leeds United goalkeeper Illan Meslier, considering the player a potential replacement for Kepa Arrizabalaga this summer.

Arsenal have finally published an official statement confirming Jakub Kiwior’s transfer to FC Porto, almost two months after Porto revealed the news.

Arsenal have received a verbal offer for Leandro Trossard, but the player’s future won’t be decided until after Belgium conclude their participation at the World Cup.

Declan Rice is set to start for England against D.R. Congo despite his recent injury concerns, and the player believes he is fine now.

Martin Odegaard and William Saliba progressed to the last-16 of the World Cup on Tuesday, but Viktor Gyokeres and Piero Hincapie were both eliminated.

Piero Hincapie was shown a red card as Ecuador were eliminated from the World Cup by Mexico on Tuesday night, becoming the third Arsenal player to leave the tournament.