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 admits severe Arsenal injury eventually led to retirement
Former Arsenal goalkeeper Wojciech Szczęsny has revealed that a severe teenage injury played a decisive role in his first retirement from football.
Former Gunner still training at Arsenal’s training ground
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain is continuing to train with the Arsenal u21s as he searches for a new club, joining Tuesday’s session with the young Gunners.
Major upset shapes Subway Cup draw + Teyah Goldie injury exclusive
Subway Cup quarter-final line-up confirmed after Crystal Palace shock Leicester. Draw streamed at 6pm on the WSL TikTok channel.
20yo former Gunner wins Player of the Month award
Former Arsenal academy winger Amario Cozier-Duberry has won the PFA League One Fans’ Player of the Month award, after a very strong October.
Arsenal legend gives Myles Lewis-Skelly advice after England snub
Lee Dixon says it’s not necessarily a bad thing for Myles Lewis-Skelly that he’s lost his place with Arsenal and England, as it gives him a break and the chance to continue to learn.
Arsenal legend responds to Gunners set-piece claims
Lee Dixon has shot down claims that Arsenal are overly reliant on set-piece goals, suggesting the Gunners threat from corners and free-kicks is something to embrace.
Former Gunner won’t rule Liverpool out of the title race yet
Former Arsenal defender Lee Dixon believes Liverpool are still capable of pushing back up into the title race, but Manchester City remain the Gunners’ main title rivals.
Former Gunner free agent still has chance to make World Cup squad
Japan boss Hajime Moriyasu insists Takehiro Tomiyasu still has a chance to feature in their World Cup squad despite currently operating without a club.
27yo former Arsenal women’s player retires
Former Arsenal goalkeeper Kaylan Marckese retires at 27 after repeated ACL injuries, bringing an early end to a career spread across Europe and the US.
How Arsenal gave Dan Ballard an unprecedented second chance that launched his career
How Dan Ballard went from being released to earning an Arsenal contract, thanks to a rare second chance that changed his future.
Former Arsenal Chief Analyst to leave Celtic for Swansea
Former Arsenal head of video scouting Jay Lefevre will leave Celtic for a senior recruitment role at Swansea City as the club reshapes its football department.
Smoking? Arsène Wenger explains to Szczęsny why he sold him
Arsène Wenger reveals the real reason behind Wojciech Szczęsny’s exit, offering a rare candid insight into a key decision from his time in charge.
Sunderland Arsenal hero sent off as country crashes to late defeat
Former Gunner Dan Ballard is sent off as Northern Ireland fall to a late goal in Slovakia, leaving Michael O’Neill furious and qualification hopes pushed to the play-offs.
Ex-Arsenal man’s name sung by fans after impressive managerial start
Ex-Arsenal legend Jack Wilshere earns early acclaim at Luton as fans sing his name after four wins from five, signalling a rapid turnaround in his first senior managerial job.
Former Gunner admits joining Chelsea was a “big f****** mistake”
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has admitted it was a mistake to join Chelsea, even if it seemed like the right decision for him and his family at the time.