Arsenal History Archives: 06/2026

Arsenal could face a familiar figure on opening night, with former goalkeeping coach Sal Bibbo set to join Coventry City.

Sunderland have blasted Chelsea for a disrespectful and insulting £8m bid for Granit Xhaka, telling the London club the former Arsenal midfielder isn’t for sale at any price.

Former Gunner Granit Xhaka wants to join Chelsea this summer, with Sunderland’s desire to keep him seemingly the only thing likely to scupper a transfer.

Aaron Ramsey is in advanced talks with Oxford United as the former Arsenal midfielder prepares to begin his managerial career.

Former Arsenal midfielder Miguel Azeez has joined Carlisle United from Morecambe on a two-year deal for an undisclosed fee.

Olivier Giroud has signed a one-year Lille extension at 39, extending a career that included 105 Arsenal goals and major honours.

Ainsley Maitland-Niles is reportedly wanted by Crystal Palace, with Pierre Sage keen on a reunion after working with him at Lyon.

Ashley Cole is set to leave Cesena after just eight games, with the Serie B club unlikely to extend his short-term contract.

Vito Mannone has joined Crawley Town as player-coach, taking charge of goalkeepers while remaining available for selection.

Alex Iwobi is set for his 100th Nigeria cap against Portugal, more than a decade after the former Arsenal youngster made his debut.

Feyenoord have confirmed Robin van Persie will leave after an internal review, despite securing second place and Champions League qualification.

Martin Odegaard has reponded to a message from Patrick Vieira, following Arsenal’s Premier League title success.

Brighton and Hove Albion have confirmed that former Arsenal interim sporting director Jason Ayto has left the club, less than a year after joining.