Arsenal News Archives: 07/2025

Albert Sambi Lokonga has been handed a new shirt number with Arsenal following the expiry of his loan spell with Sevilla.

Arsenal youngster Will Sweet has put pen to paper on his first professional contract, the club have officially confirmed.

Nottingham Forest have finally officially announced the arrival of former Arsenal sporting director Edu Gaspar as their new global head of football.

At least four of Arsenal’s academy players and two injured first-team stars have joined the club on their pre-season trip to Spain this week.

Arsenal have completed the signing of Christian Norgaard from Brentford, with details emerging on the fee, contract length, his shirt number, and more.

Christian Norgaard has completed his transfer to Arsenal from Brentford, joining the club in a deal worth an initial £10 million, rising to £12 million with performance-related bonuses.

UEFA changes Champions League rules after controversy over Real Madrid hosting second leg despite finishing lower than their quarter-final opponents.

Gabriel Heinze joins coaching staff as Cuesta departs for Parma, with the former Argentina international taking his first coaching job in Europe.

Real Sociedad’s Jokin Aperribay concedes Martín Zubimendi’s departure was inevitable but admits he still hopes the midfielder will one day return.

Jamie Vardy’s move to Serie A club Genoa was stopped at the last minute after Patrick Vieira vetoed the deal, saying he wasn’t convinced by the 38-year-old.

Edu returns to football as Nottingham Forest appoint former Arsenal sporting director to lead recruitment, performance and player strategy across clubs.

Jessie Gale signs first pro deal after excelling with Watford, England U19s and Arsenal U21s, capping a season of goals, assists and youth honours.

Teyah Goldie joins London City Lionesses permanently after starring on loan during their title-winning campaign. The 21-year-old is ready for the WSL stage.

Taylor Hinds signs permanently after seven years away, saying she’s “buzzing” to be back and ready to win. She reunites with old teammates and brings new ambition.

Mariona Caldentey says she feels more noticed since moving to England, despite winning everything with Barcelona, as she targets Euro success with Spain.

Taylor Hinds returns to her childhood club after five years at Liverpool, bringing international pedigree and WSL experience in a key summer move.

Arsenal have effectively confirmed the signing of Marcell Washington from Chelsea, with the player joining pre-season training this week.

Former Arsenal midfielder Jimi Gower is on trial with Moreirense after leaving the Gunners in June, hoping to secure his first move abroad.

Tommy Setford is set to lose his shirt number following Martin Zubimendi’s arrival, with the teenager expected to be reassigned ahead of the new season.

Arsenal have finally announced the arrival of Martin Zubimendi on what is believed to be a £55m deal.