Arsenal careers may end, but the stories do not. Many former Gunners remain in the spotlight, whether moving to new clubs, stepping into coaching, or taking different paths beyond football.
Our Ex-Arsenal page keeps track of where they are now, bringing you the latest news and updates on those who once wore the red and white. After all, once a Gunner, always a Gunner…
Former Gunner sent off in World Cup win

Folarin Balogun made sure to stay in the headlines with his performance for the USA on Wednesday night, scoring a goal and receiving a red card.
Ex Arsenal coach to join Coventry ahead of Premier League opener

Arsenal could face a familiar figure on opening night, with former goalkeeping coach Sal Bibbo set to join Coventry City.
Chelsea former Arsenal bid branded ‘insulting’

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 pushes to join Chelsea this summer

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.
Ex-Gunner in advanced talks for vacant managerial position

Aaron Ramsey is in advanced talks with Oxford United as the former Arsenal midfielder prepares to begin his managerial career.
23yo former Arsenal youngster signs for Carlisle United

Former Arsenal midfielder Miguel Azeez has joined Carlisle United from Morecambe on a two-year deal for an undisclosed fee.
39yo ex-Gunner signs contract extension

Olivier Giroud has signed a one-year Lille extension at 39, extending a career that included 105 Arsenal goals and major honours.
Ex-Gunner wanted by Crystal Palace new manager

Ainsley Maitland-Niles is reportedly wanted by Crystal Palace, with Pierre Sage keen on a reunion after working with him at Lyon.
Ex-Gunner to leave 1st managerial role after just 8 games

Ashley Cole is set to leave Cesena after just eight games, with the Serie B club unlikely to extend his short-term contract.
Ex-Gunner joins Crawley Town as player-coach

Vito Mannone has joined Crawley Town as player-coach, taking charge of goalkeepers while remaining available for selection.
Ex-Gunner to earn 100th international cap

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

Feyenoord have confirmed Robin van Persie will leave after an internal review, despite securing second place and Champions League qualification.
Arsenal’s Odegaard reacts to message from Patrick Vieira

Martin Odegaard has reponded to a message from Patrick Vieira, following Arsenal’s Premier League title success.
Ex-Arsenal chief leaves Brighton after just 9 months

Brighton and Hove Albion have confirmed that former Arsenal interim sporting director Jason Ayto has left the club, less than a year after joining.
Ex-Arsenal youngster suffers knee injury ahead of World Cup

Former Arsenal youngster Marcelo Flores has suffered a worrying knee injury just weeks before he was due to represent Canada at the World Cup.