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 Arsenal youngster’s star wanes as goalscoring dries up
Former Arsenal striker Mika Biereth is struggling for minutes at Monaco after his explosive start in France, with his future now increasingly uncertain.
Arsenal paid Southampton £10k for every 20-minute appearance by ex-Gunner
Arsenal owed Southampton £10,000 every time Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain made an appearance of 20 minutes or more, according to a report.
Former Gunner announces retirement at 33
Former Arsenal striker Chuks Aneke has announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 33.
Santi Cazorla’s son makes Real Oviedo senior squad
Santi Cazorla’s son Enzo has been named in Real Oviedo’s squad for the first round of the Copa del Rey, making a senior debut a possibility.
Journalist wants award honour for Arsenal fan favourite
Santi Cazorla has been backed for one of Spain’s leading sporting honours, with his remarkable comeback forming the heart of the case for recognition.
Former Gunner takes credit for Xabi Alonso’s greatest managerial success
Granit Xhaka suggested last month that his tactical suggestion was a big factor in Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso’s success with Bayer Leverkusen.
2 ex-Arsenal defenders agree about Ezri Konsa
Former Arsenal defenders Steph Houghton and Martin Keown have praised Ezri Konsa’s start with the club and his new partnership with Gabriel Magalhaes.
Former Gunner unlikely to play for Everton against Arsenal
Christian Norgaard is unlikely to play a significant role for Everton against former club Arsenal on Saturday, amid suggestions he’s still not back to his best after injury.
Former Arsenal coach sacked as manager of new club
Crawley Town have announced the departure of former Arsenal youth player and youth coach Colin Kazim-Richards, as one of multiple changes to the club’s key staff.
Arsenal summer sale hits 5 g/a in 7 games
Gabriel Jesus has continued his strong start to life with Barcelona following the international break, scoring or assisting three goals in three games.
Ex-Spurs star defends former Arsenal midfielder
Rafael van der Vaart has defended Fabio Vieira after a slow start to the midfielder’s second spell with Hamburger SV, who sit a few points clear of relegation in the Bundesliga.
How has Leandro Trossard got on since leaving Arsenal?
Leandro Trossard has settled into regular league action at Besiktas after leaving Arsenal, but his early numbers in Turkey remain modest.
‘Emotional’ Giroud reveals Arsenal dressing room invite
Olivier Giroud has revealed what Mikel Arteta did after Lille’s defeat at the Emirates as he reflected on an emotional Arsenal return.
Giroud admits how he feels about returning to face Arsenal
Olivier Giroud is looking forward to playing against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday, particularly as he’s expecting it to be his final season as a player.
Ex-Gunner escapes serious sanction after fan altercation
Former Arsenal defender Krystian Bielik has learned his fate after the Fratton Park confrontation that prompted an FA investigation.